Albert always seems to have difficulty maintaining relationships with women because of his constant fear of being abandoned. According to Erikson, which psychosocial stage might have posed difficulties for Albert in relation to his problems?
A) Initiative versus guilt
B) Identity versus role confusion
C) Trust versus mistrust
D) Industry versus inferiority

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Trust versus mistrust is the first psychosocial stage in Erikson's theory, and if it is not successfully resolved, it can lead to a lifelong issue of trusting others. Albert's fear of abandonment suggests that he may have experienced a lack of trust and security in his early relationships, potentially causing difficulties in forming close bonds with others. The other options, initiative versus guilt, identity versus role confusion, and industry versus inferiority, are less relevant to Albert's specific issues.

Albert Always Seems to Have Difficulty Maintaining Relationships with Women