Trust Vs Mistrust

Picture a tiny infant, utterly helpless and dependent. The world is a brand-new adventure, filled with both wonders and potential dangers. How does this little soul navigate this unfamiliar terrain? Enter Erik Erikson, the renowned developmental psychologist, and his foundational concept of psychosocial stages. In this first stage, aptly named “Trust vs. Mistrust,” we uncover how the infant’s interactions with primary caregivers lay the groundwork for their future trust and security....