Questions and Answers
What is the main challenge of Stage 1: Trust vs. Mistrust?
What age range does Stage 2: Autonomy vs. Shame and Doubt cover?
1-2 years
In Stage 3: Initiative vs. Guilt, what do preschoolers learn?
To initiate tasks and carry them out
What is developed in Stage 4: Industry vs. Inferiority?
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What age range corresponds to Stage 5: Identity vs. Role Confusion?
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In Stage 6: Intimacy vs. Isolation, young adults must form connections with others.
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What developmental concern is associated with Stage 7: Generativity vs. Stagnation?
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What do older adults engage in during Stage 8: Ego Integrity vs. Despair?
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Study Notes
Stage 1: Trust vs. Mistrust
- Occurs from birth to 1 year of age.
- Infants develop basic trust when their dependency needs are consistently met by caregivers.
Stage 2: Autonomy vs. Shame and Doubt
- Takes place between 1 and 2 years old.
- Toddlers learn to exercise will and make choices independently, fostering a sense of autonomy.
Stage 3: Initiative vs. Guilt
- This stage spans ages 3 to 5 years.
- Preschoolers engage in initiating tasks and pursuing independent actions; failure to do so can lead to feelings of guilt.
Stage 4: Industry vs. Inferiority
- Occurs during the ages of 6 to 12 years (elementary school age).
- Children develop a sense of competence through skills and productivity valued by their culture; lack thereof can result in feelings of inferiority.
Stage 5: Identity vs. Role Confusion
- Encompasses ages 12 to 20 years, during adolescence.
- Young individuals work on forming a coherent sense of self and understanding their place in society; confusion in these aspects leads to identity issues.
Stage 6: Intimacy vs. Isolation
- Engages young adults aged 20 to 30 years.
- This stage focuses on forming intimate relationships with others; failure to connect can lead to feelings of isolation.
Stage 7: Generativity vs. Stagnation
- Applies to middle-aged individuals between 30 and 65 years old.
- This stage emphasizes an interest in guiding and influencing the next generation; stagnation occurs when one fails to contribute meaningfully to society.
Stage 8: Ego Integrity vs. Despair
- Applies to individuals aged 65 and older.
- Older adults reflect on their lives, assessing fulfillment; a lack of satisfaction can lead to feelings of despair.
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Explore Erik Erikson's eight stages of psychosocial development with this flashcard quiz. Each stage highlights crucial moments from infancy to adulthood, emphasizing the challenges and growth experienced at each phase. Test your understanding of these key developmental concepts.
