Erikson's Stages of Psychosocial Development

Which psychosocial crisis is associated with early adulthood?

The psychosocial crisis of industry vs inferiority occurs during the toddler years.

What is the psychosocial crisis associated with late adulthood?

The psychosocial crisis of initiative vs guilt occurs during the ______ years.

Match the following age ranges with the correct the psychosocial crisis:

Erikson's Stages of Psychosocial Development

Infancy (0-1): Trust vs. mistrust. Develops trust in caregivers and the world or mistrust.
Toddler (1-3): Autonomy vs. self-doubt. Develops independence and a sense of self or self-doubt.
Preschool (3-6): Initiative vs. guilt. Develops a sense of purpose and initiative or guilt and inadequacy.
Childhood (6-12): Industry vs. inferiority. Develops competency in mastering skills and knowledge or feelings of inadequacy.
Adolescence (12-18): Identity vs. role confusion. Develops a sense of self and personal identity or confusion over roles and identity.
Early adult (18-29): Intimacy vs. isolation. Develops close relationships with others or feels isolated and alone.
Middle adulthood (30-50s): Generativity vs. stagnation. Develops a sense of purpose and contributing to something meaningful or feels unproductive and stagnant.
Late adulthood (60s and older): Ego integrity vs. despair. Develops a sense of accomplishment and acceptance of one's life or feels regret and despair.

Test your knowledge on Erik Erikson's eight stages of psychosocial development. Each stage presents a conflict that influences personal growth and challenges faced throughout life. Understand how these stages contribute to our identity and relationships.