Which Basic Characteristic Is Developed in the First Stage of Development

question 140

Multiple Choice

Which basic characteristic is developed in the first stage of development (birth to one year) ,according to Erikson

• A) autonomy versus shame and doubt 
• B) trust versus mistrust 
• C) initiative versus guilt 
• D) industry versus inferiority

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Definitions:

Older Adulthood

A life stage starting around the age of 65 that often involves changes in health, social roles, and economic status.

Ego Integrity Versus Despair

The final stage of Erik Erikson's theory of psychosocial development, occurring in late adulthood, when individuals reflect on their life and either achieve a sense of fulfillment or experience despair.

Long-Term Unemployment

The condition of being without a job for an extended period of time, typically categorized by economists as 27 weeks or longer.

Openness To Experience

A personality trait that features characteristics such as imagination, curiosity, and a broad range of interests.