Negative Outcome Trust Vs Mistrust. This stage begins at birth and lasts through one year of age. Trust versus Mistrust Erikson expanded on Freuds thoughts on the importance of the parent-infant relationship.
Trust versus Mistrust Erikson expanded on Freuds thoughts on the importance of the parent-infant relationship. Erikson believed that because of the successful outcomes of earlier stages in infancy and childhood there should be a clear path towards a positive resolution Berk. Because of this it is essential for parents to provide responsive dependable care.
During this stage the infant is uncertain about the world in which they live and looks towards their primary caregiver for stability and consistency of care.
Develop mistrust to people and things in environment even to themselves Autonomy Vs. Mistrust as the oral sensory stage Petersen 2004 p. Develop secure attachment and trust people and environment Event. Trust versus Mistrust Erikson expanded on Freuds thoughts on the importance of the parent-infant relationship.