Question

Little Billy is constantly climbing, exploring and trying to do things for himself. His parents try to restrict this exploring and also ridicule his efforts when he makes a mess. According to Erickson, the actions of Billy's parents may cause Billy to feel

a) shame and doubt
b) mistrust
c) guilt
d) inferiority

Answer 1

According to Erikson's theory of psychosocial development, the actions of Billy's parents may cause him to feel shame and doubt.

Step-by-step explanation:

According to Erikson's theory of psychosocial development, the actions of Billy's parents may cause him to feel shame and doubt. Erikson theorized that during the toddler stage (ages 1-3 years), children develop a sense of autonomy versus shame and doubt. If parents restrict a child's exploration and constantly ridicule their efforts, the child may doubt their abilities and develop a sense of shame.