According to Erik Erikson,overprotective parents can contribute to a child's sense of:

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Erik Erikson's theory of psychosocial development identifies stages of development throughout the life span, and the corresponding challenges or "crises" that individuals must face in order to successfully navigate each stage. During the stage of autonomy vs. shame and doubt (ages 1-3), children are developing a sense of independence and autonomy. Overprotective parents can hinder this development by not allowing the child to explore and make mistakes on their own, leading to a sense of doubt and lack of confidence in their ability to accomplish tasks independently. Therefore, the correct answer is C) doubt.

According to Erik Erikson,overprotective Parents Can Contribute to a Child's