Like any 4-month-old, Amelia depends on her parents to feed her and change her diapers. When Amelia cries, her devoted parents quickly respond to her needs. According to Erikson, Amelia is developing a sense of __________.
A) trust
B) mistrust
C) autonomy
D) initiative

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Erik Erikson's theory of psychosocial development proposes that infants develop a sense of trust or mistrust in their caregivers based on their early experiences. When caregivers consistently meet the infant's needs and respond sensitively to their cries, the infant develops a sense of trust in their ability to rely on others. Therefore, in this scenario, since Amelia's parents are responding to her needs promptly, Amelia is likely developing a sense of trust in her parents.

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