The first of Erikson's stages focuses on the issue of
A) industry vs. inferiority.
B) autonomy vs. shame and doubt.
C) trust vs. mistrust.
D) identity vs. identity confusion.

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The first stage of Erikson's psychosocial development theory is trust vs. mistrust. This stage occurs during infancy, from birth to 18 months old, where the primary issue is the establishment of a sense of trust in the world and others. Infants who experience consistent and responsive care will develop a sense of trust, while those who experience inconsistent or unreliable care may develop a sense of mistrust.

The First of Erikson's Stages Focuses on the Issue of