Question

Karol is an 8-month-old boy who has not received very good care from his caretakers. They respond to him when they have time and are often annoyed by his crying.

At this point, which stage of psychosocial development will Karol have unsuccessfully resolved?

a) autonomy vs. shame and doubt
b) basic trust vs. mistrust
c) identity vs. role confusion
d) ego integrity vs. despair

Answer 1

b) basic trust vs. mistrust

Step-by-step explanation:

Trust versus mistrust occurs in infancy (from birth to 18 months). During this stage, babies must learn to trust their parents care and affection. If not done the babies could develop a distrust and view the world as inconsistent and unpredictable. Infant's basic needs are either met or not met by the parents. Parents are expected to provide food, caring, comfort. Infants learn whether or not people are reliable.

Hence, according to above mentioned scenario, at this point, Karol have unsuccessfully resolved basic trust vs. mistrust stage of psychosocial development.

Answer 2

b) basic trust vs. mistrust

Step-by-step explanation:

Trust vs. Mistrust

From birth to 12 months of age, infants must learn that adults can be trusted. This occurs when adults meet a child’s basic needs for survival. Infants are dependent upon their caregivers, so caregivers who are responsive and sensitive to their infant’s needs help their baby to develop a sense of trust; their baby will see the world as a safe, predictable place. Unresponsive caregivers who do not meet their baby’s needs can engender feelings of anxiety, fear, and mistrust; their baby may see the world as unpredictable. If infants are treated cruelly or their needs are not met appropriately, they will likely grow up with a sense of mistrust for people in the world.