The first stage of Erikson's psychosocial theory involves an infant's need to

a. develop a basic sense of trust in the environment.
b. explore and manipulate objects.
c. initiate intellectual and motor tasks.
d. experience a comfortable sense of autonomy.
e. receive enough food necessary for survival.


a. develop a basic sense of trust in the environment.

Psychology

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