Like any four-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 is developing a sense of
A)trust.
B)mistrust.
C)autonomy.
D)initiative.

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Erikson's theory of psychosocial development suggests that infants develop a sense of trust or mistrust based on how well their needs are met by their caregivers. In this scenario, Amy's parents are actively responding to her needs, which helps her develop trust in them and the world around her. Therefore, the best choice is A) Trust.

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