The Central Issue in Erikson's First Stage Is

question 127

Multiple Choice

The central issue in Erikson's first stage is

• A) developing high standards.
• B) achieving a sense of autonomy.
• C) developing a sense of trust.
• D) mastering skills important to the culture.

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Avenues of Communication

The various methods or channels through which information is transmitted or exchanged between individuals or groups.

Poverty Line

A financial threshold below which an individual or family is considered to be living in poverty, based on income.

Yearly Cash Income

The total amount of money received annually from various sources before taxes and other deductions.

Single-Parent Families

Family units consisting of one parent and his or her children, which may result from divorce, separation, death of a spouse, or unmarried parenthood.