According to Erikson's Theory, What Holds True for Most Toddlers

question 116

Multiple Choice

According to Erikson's theory, what holds true for most toddlers?

• A) They want to depend on their caregivers to meet all of their needs.
• B) They want to gain a sense of control over their own bodies.
• C) Toilet training is only a minor step in learning a sense of autonomy.
• D) They need to have guilt and shame in order to strengthen their sense of autonomy.

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