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What is Erik Erikson's major contribution to child development theories?
What is Erik Erikson's major contribution to child development theories?
- Neglect of early childhood experiences
- Introduction of feeding schedules
- Emphasis on biological drives
- Focus on parent-infant relationship quality (correct)
According to Erikson, what is the key factor for a healthy outcome during infancy?
According to Erikson, what is the key factor for a healthy outcome during infancy?
- Infant's interest in weaning
- Amount of food given
- Quality of caregiving received (correct)
- Oral stimulation provided
What did Erikson criticize Freud for in his theory of infant personality?
What did Erikson criticize Freud for in his theory of infant personality?
- Lack of attention to biological drives
- Focus on early childhood experiences
- Heavy emphasis on breastfeeding
- Neglecting the importance of food (correct)
How did Erikson expand on Freud's view of the parent-infant relationship?
How did Erikson expand on Freud's view of the parent-infant relationship?
In Erikson's theory, what determines a healthy outcome during infancy?
In Erikson's theory, what determines a healthy outcome during infancy?
What distinguishes Erikson's emphasis on feeding from Freud's approach?
What distinguishes Erikson's emphasis on feeding from Freud's approach?