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Who developed the Psychosocial Theory?

Erik Erikson

How many stages are in Erikson's Psychosocial Theory?

8 stages

Name the stages in Erikson's Theory.

  1. Infancy (Trust vs Mistrust) 2. Early Childhood (Autonomy vs Shame and Doubt) 3. Late Childhood (Initiative vs Guilt) 4. School Age (Industry vs Inferiority) 5. Adolescence (Identity vs Role Confusion) 6. Young Adulthood (Intimacy vs Isolation) 7. Adulthood (Generativity vs Stagnation) 8. Old Age (Ego Integrity vs Despair)

What does the stage of Infancy focus on?

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What is the focus during the Early Childhood stage?

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What is the focus of the Late Childhood stage?

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What is the School Age stage characterized by?

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What is the major challenge in Adolescence?

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What emotional focus is present during Young Adulthood?

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What does Adulthood emphasize?

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What is the focus during Old Age?

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What is Sybil experiencing at 86 years old?

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What stage is Carol experiencing at 48?

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What are many adolescents likely experiencing during their development?

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What has Tina successfully obtained?

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Flashcards

Erikson's Psychosocial Theory

A stage theory of development that describes eight stages across the lifespan, each with a psychosocial crisis

Infancy stage

First stage (Trust vs. Mistrust) where infants learn to trust or mistrust caregivers based on their experiences

Early Childhood stage

Second stage (Autonomy vs. Shame and Doubt) where toddlers learn independence or doubt their abilities

Late Childhood stage

Third stage (Initiative vs. Guilt) where preschoolers initiate activities or feel guilty about their actions

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School Age stage

Fourth stage (Industry vs. Inferiority) where school-aged children learn competence or feel inferior

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Adolescence stage

Fifth stage (Identity vs. Role Confusion) where teenagers develop a sense of self or become confused about their roles

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Young Adulthood stage

Sixth stage (Intimacy vs. Isolation) where young adults form close relationships or feel isolated

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Adulthood stage

Seventh stage (Generativity vs. Stagnation) where adults focus on contributing to society or feel unproductive

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Old Age stage

Eighth stage (Ego Integrity vs. Despair) where older adults reflect on their lives and feel a sense of fulfillment or regret

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Trust vs Mistrust

Infants develop trust when caregivers provide reliable care

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Autonomy vs Shame and Doubt

Toddlers develop independence by exploring and acting on their environment.

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Initiative vs Guilt

Preschoolers learn to take initiative and pursue goals or feel guilt over their actions

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Industry vs Inferiority

School-aged children develop industry by mastering skills and tasks through effort or feel inferior.

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Identity vs Role Confusion

Teenagers develop a sense of identity or get confused about their roles.

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Intimacy vs Isolation

Young adults form relationships or feel isolation.

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Generativity vs Stagnation

Adults contribute to society or feel unproductive.

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Ego Integrity vs Despair

Older adults reflect on their lives and feel fulfilled or regretful.

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Study Notes

Erik Erikson's Psychosocial Theory

  • Developed by Erik Erikson, the Psychosocial Theory outlines development through 8 stages across a lifetime.
  • Key focus is on psychosocial conflicts that shape personality and behavior.

Stages of Development

  • Infancy (Birth - 18 months): Trust vs. Mistrust; development of trust in caregivers leads to security.
  • Early Childhood (18 months - 3 years): Autonomy vs. Shame and Doubt; fostering independence is crucial.
  • Late Childhood (3 - 6 years): Initiative vs. Guilt; gaining purpose and directing activities enhances self-esteem.
  • School Age (6 - 12 years): Industry vs. Inferiority; success in learning and competition builds confidence.
  • Adolescence (12 - 20 years): Identity vs. Role Confusion; developing a secure sense of self amidst various identities.
  • Young Adulthood (20 - 30 years): Intimacy vs. Isolation; forming deep relationships and commitments is essential.
  • Adulthood (30 - 65 years): Generativity vs. Stagnation; contributing to society and nurturing the next generation leads to fulfillment.
  • Old Age (65 years - death): Ego Integrity vs. Despair; looking back on life with contentment vs. regret influences the final stage.

Case Studies and Situations

  • Sybil (86 years): Experiences despair; regrets overshadow her view of life due to unmet aspirations.
  • Carol (48 years): Represents Generativity; actively supporting her children and in-laws reflects contribution to family and society.
  • Adolescents: Often experience role confusion, unsure of their identity and belonging, significant for personal development.
  • Tina (successful nursing graduate): Achieving intimacy; plans to deepen her relationship showcases personal growth.
  • Judas (newborn): Exhibits trust; comfortably allows others to hold him, indicating successful development of trust in caregivers.

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