In Erikson's second stage of development, toddlers
A)develop autonomy by trying to do things for themselves.
B)may learn to feel shameful about their actions if parents ridicule accidents like spilling and wetting.
C)may lack confidence in their abilities if parents overprotect them.
D)may experience all of these.

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Erikson's second stage of development is called autonomy vs. shame and doubt. Toddlers develop autonomy by trying to do things for themselves, such as feeding themselves or dressing themselves. However, if parents ridicule accidents like spilling or wetting, toddlers may begin to feel ashamed of their actions. Similarly, if parents overprotect their children and don't allow them to explore and try things on their own, the children may lack confidence in their abilities. Therefore, all of the options (A, B, and C) are possible outcomes in this stage of development.

In Erikson's Second Stage of Development, Toddlers