Erikson's Psychosocial Theory Quiz

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According to Erikson's Psychosocial Theory, at which stage does the psychological struggle of Trust versus Mistrust occur?

  • 4 – 5 years
  • Birth to 1 ½ years (correct)
  • 6 – 11 years
  • 2 to 3 years

In Erikson's Psychosocial Theory, which stage is associated with the struggle of Initiative versus Guilt?

  • 18 – 35 years
  • 12 – 18 years
  • 6 – 11 years
  • 4 – 5 years (correct)

How does Erikson's view on personality development differ from Freud's?

  • Erikson focused on the id, ego, and superego, unlike Freud
  • Erikson believed personality development continues beyond five years of age, unlike Freud (correct)
  • Erikson believed in the influence of society's expectations on children, unlike Freud
  • Erikson emphasized the importance of early childhood experiences, unlike Freud

According to Erikson, at which stage does the struggle of Generativity versus Stagnation occur?

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In Erikson's Psychosocial Theory, which stage is linked to the struggle of Identity versus Role Confusion?

<p>12 – 18 years (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Flashcards

Trust vs. Mistrust

First stage in Erikson's theory, where infants learn to trust caregivers or mistrust the world.

Initiative vs. Guilt

Preschool stage focused on initiating activities and asserting control, balanced with potential guilt.

Erikson vs. Freud

Erikson's theory spans the entire lifespan, unlike Freud's focus on early childhood.

Generativity vs. Stagnation

Middle adulthood stage focused on contributing to society and family, or feeling stagnant.

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Identity vs. Role Confusion

Adolescent stage focused on finding a sense of self or experiencing confusion about one's role.

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Study Notes

Erikson's Psychosocial Theory

  • The psychological struggle of Trust versus Mistrust occurs at the first stage of Erikson's Psychosocial Theory.
  • The struggle of Initiative versus Guilt occurs at the third stage of Erikson's Psychosocial Theory.
  • Erikson's view on personality development differs from Freud's because it emphasizes social and environmental factors, whereas Freud focused on internal and biological factors.
  • The struggle of Generativity versus Stagnation occurs at the seventh stage of Erikson's Psychosocial Theory.
  • The struggle of Identity versus Role Confusion occurs at the fifth stage of Erikson's Psychosocial Theory.

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