Elaine and Jeffery Have Been Married for Five Years

Multiple Choice

Elaine and Jeffery have been married for five years. Elaine spends her time taking care of their two-year-old son, while Jeffery spends his time watching television or going out "with the guys." She and Jeffery do not share any common interests, and they seldom talk to each other except about their son. Erikson would say that Elaine is experiencing

A) mistrust.
B) isolation.
C) inferiority.
D) despair.