Erikson believed that each part of the personality has a particular time in the life span when it must develop (if it is to develop at all). If a particular stage of development is not completed the stages that should follow it will be hindered. This is based on the:
A) epigenetic principle
B) compliance principle
C) dependency theory
D) resolution theory

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Erikson's theory is based on the epigenetic principle, which suggests that development follows a predetermined sequence and each stage builds upon the previous one. If a stage is not successfully navigated, it can impact subsequent stages.

Erikson Believed That Each Part of the Personality Has a Particular