Brianne is 3 months old and her parents are very inconsistent in attending to Brianne's needs.Sometimes they are very attentive, feeding her promptly when she cries and comforting her when she appears upset.Other times they are less attentive, and Brianne can cry for quite some time before they take care of her.Based on Erikson's theory, it is likely that Brianne will develop:

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According to Erikson's theory, during the first stage of infancy (0-18 months), the child develops a sense of trust or mistrust towards their caregivers based on how consistently their needs are met. In Brianne's case, her parents are inconsistent in attending to her needs which may lead her to develop a general sense of mistrust towards others.

Brianne Is 3 Months Old and Her Parents Are Very