There are eight stages of psychosocial development, according to Erik Erikson. Erikson's first stage is infancy, which spans from birth to one year of age. The problem for infants is one of trust or distrust. At this stage, infants depend on others for food and warmth; therefore, infants must be able to trust the parent to provide them. If infants' needs are properly supported by parents, infants will not only develop a trusting and secure attachment with their parents, but they will also trust their environment. Otherwise, infants will develop distrust of people, things in their environment, and themselves. Erikson's second stage is early childhood, which is approximately one to three years of age. The issue for toddlers is one of autonomy versus shame and doubt. At this stage, toddlers have the opportunity to develop their self-esteem and independence as they learn new skills on their own; Toddlers also tend to be helpless during this stage, sometimes feeling shame and low self-esteem over their inability to learn certain new skills. Erikson's third stage is kindergarten, which comes close...