Many new parents read that the "Ferber Method," a process of child-rearing that promotes letting children learn to self-sooth,will teach independence and avoid spoiling children from a very early age.According to the theory of Erik Erikson,however,using this sort of approach would most likely teach a child __________.
A) shame and doubt
B) despair
C) mistrust
D) inferiority

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Erik Erikson's theory of psychosocial development posits that the first stage of a child's life (birth to approximately 18 months) is centered on developing a sense of trust versus mistrust. If a child's needs are not consistently met, including emotional needs for comfort and soothing, Erikson theorized that the child would develop a sense of mistrust about the world around them. The Ferber Method, by encouraging parents to let their children self-soothe rather than providing immediate comfort, could potentially lead to feelings of mistrust if not balanced with adequate care and responsiveness to the child's needs.

Many New Parents Read That the "Ferber Method," a Process