Like any 4-month-old, Amy depends on her parents to feed her and to change her diapers. When Amy cries, her devoted parents quickly respond to her needs. According to Erikson, Amy should develop a sense of ________.

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According to Erikson's theory of psychosocial development, the first stage is trust vs. mistrust. Infants who have their needs met consistently by responsive caregivers develop a sense of trust in the world, while those whose needs are not met may develop a sense of mistrust. Therefore, since Amy's devoted parents respond to her needs, she should develop a sense of trust.

Like Any 4-Month-Old, Amy Depends on Her Parents to Feed