Douglas is 2 years old, and he likes to put his own coat and shoes on.However, his mother often becomes impatient waiting for him to get ready and finishes zipping his coat and buckling his shoes for him.Based on Erikson's theory, it is likely that Douglas will develop:
A)a general sense of mistrust
B)a sense of inferiority
C)feelings of shame and doubt
D)feelings of autonomy

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Erikson's theory suggests that at Douglas's age, he is in the stage of autonomy vs. shame and doubt. If his attempts at independent tasks are met with impatience or are taken over by others, he may develop feelings of shame and doubt about his abilities.

Douglas Is 2 Years Old, and He Likes to Put