27 Questions
According to Erikson's theory of development, how many stages are there?
Eight stages
What is a key characteristic of each stage in Erikson's theory?
Emotional challenge
How does a person's difficulty in resolving a crisis in one stage affect their next stage?
It decreases the chances of success in the next stage
What is the developmental challenge during infancy according to Erikson's theory?
Trust versus mistrust
What happens if an infant is not well-loved during infancy according to Erikson's theory?
The infant learns to mistrust others
What is the outcome of developing a sense of basic trust during infancy according to Erikson's theory?
The child believes the world is a good place and need not be feared
During the second stage of Erikson's theory, what is the developmental challenge for toddlers?
Autonomy versus shame and doubt
What is the outcome of allowing a toddler some scope for making choices during the second stage of Erikson's theory?
A healthy sense of autonomy develops
What happens if a toddler experiences excessive restraint or punishment during the second stage of Erikson's theory?
The child experiences shame and doubt
During the third stage of Erikson's theory, what is the developmental challenge for early childhood?
Initiative versus guilt
What is the outcome of developing a sense of initiative during the third stage of Erikson's theory?
A sense of autonomy
What happens if a child is discouraged and treated harshly during the third stage of Erikson's theory?
They experience guilt
During which stage of Erikson's theory does the developmental challenge of industry versus inferiority occur?
Stage 4: Industry versus Inferiority
What is the outcome of a child who is encouraged and taught well during the industry versus inferiority stage?
A sense of industry develops
What is the likely outcome for a child who is unsuccessful at learning what is demanded during the industry versus inferiority stage?
A sense of inferiority develops
During adolescence, what is the challenge according to Erikson's theory?
Developing an awareness of self
Which of the following is a possible outcome if an adolescent is unable to achieve a sense of identity?
Role confusion
What is the developmental challenge during adolescence according to Erikson's theory?
Identity versus role confusion
Which stage of Erikson's theory takes place in early adulthood?
The sixth stage, intimacy versus isolation
What is the challenge for young adults in the sixth stage of Erikson's theory?
To risk their newly formed identity by entering a committed intimate relationship
What happens to those who are unable or unwilling to make themselves vulnerable in the sixth stage of Erikson's theory?
They end up isolated, without an intimate relationship
Which of the following best describes the challenge faced in middle adulthood according to Erikson's theory?
The challenge of generativity versus stagnation
What is the likely outcome for individuals who focus on their own needs at midlife according to Erikson's theory?
They will end up in a state of stagnation
What is the main focus of a generative person in middle adulthood according to Erikson's theory?
Contributing to the wellbeing of the next generation
During which stage of Erikson's theory does the challenge of ego integrity versus despair occur?
Late adulthood
What is the outcome for a person who accepts what life has provided, good and bad parts alike, and concludes that it was a life well spent?
Ego integrity
What is the outcome for a person who is filled with regrets and resentments in late adulthood?
Despair
Test your knowledge of Erikson's stages of development and their associated challenges. See if you can identify the key components of each stage and understand the potential risks of unresolved crises.
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