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What is often referred to as a psychosocial crisis according to Erikson's theory?
What is often referred to as a psychosocial crisis according to Erikson's theory?
Erikson's psychosocial development theory completely disregards Freud's theories.
Erikson's psychosocial development theory completely disregards Freud's theories.
False
Name one primary reason for studying personality according to the content.
Name one primary reason for studying personality according to the content.
Self-awareness
According to Erikson, healthy children will not fear life if their elders have enough _____ to fear death.
According to Erikson, healthy children will not fear life if their elders have enough _____ to fear death.
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Match the following terms with their definitions:
Match the following terms with their definitions:
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Which of the following best describes 'neurodivergent'?
Which of the following best describes 'neurodivergent'?
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Erikson believed that personality development is unaffected by social environments.
Erikson believed that personality development is unaffected by social environments.
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Psychosocial development refers to _____ and psychosocial changes.
Psychosocial development refers to _____ and psychosocial changes.
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What ego strength is developed during the preschool years?
What ego strength is developed during the preschool years?
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Stagnation is associated with a sense of nonproductive achievements.
Stagnation is associated with a sense of nonproductive achievements.
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What key event is associated with the middle childhood stage (6-12 years)?
What key event is associated with the middle childhood stage (6-12 years)?
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During adolescence, the conflict is between _____ and despair.
During adolescence, the conflict is between _____ and despair.
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Match the life stages with their corresponding conflicts:
Match the life stages with their corresponding conflicts:
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Which ego strength is developed in adolescents?
Which ego strength is developed in adolescents?
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The relationship focus during the grade-school years is primarily on family.
The relationship focus during the grade-school years is primarily on family.
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What is the primary conflict during the infant stage of development?
What is the primary conflict during the infant stage of development?
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What is the key event associated with the preschool stage?
What is the key event associated with the preschool stage?
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The Key event for the toddler/early childhood stage is feeding.
The Key event for the toddler/early childhood stage is feeding.
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What is the ego strength developed during the toddler/early childhood stage?
What is the ego strength developed during the toddler/early childhood stage?
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In the young adulthood stage, the conflict is ___ vs. Isolation.
In the young adulthood stage, the conflict is ___ vs. Isolation.
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Match the stage of development with its primary conflict and ego strength:
Match the stage of development with its primary conflict and ego strength:
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During which developmental stage is the key event toilet/potty training?
During which developmental stage is the key event toilet/potty training?
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If trust is developed in the infant stage, the child will feel dependable and reliable.
If trust is developed in the infant stage, the child will feel dependable and reliable.
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What relationship is emphasized during the infant stage?
What relationship is emphasized during the infant stage?
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Study Notes
Psychosocial Development Overview
- Psychosocial development is a process where individuals face crises and develop psychological qualities.
- Defined as a stable and distinctive style of thoughts, behaviors, and emotional responses.
- Influenced by Freudian psychosexual theories, focusing on the impact of social environment on personality.
Importance of Studying Personality
- Enhances self-awareness and self-actualization.
- Aids in understanding mature and impulsive reactions to life's challenges.
Erikson's Concepts
- Ego Identity: Formed through human interactions; crucial for developing a sense of dependability.
- Ego Strength: Refers to competence in various life areas, fostering hope.
- Ego Conflict: Key transitions during development that serve as turning points.
Erikson’s 8 Stages of Psychosocial Development
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Infant (Birth-18 months):
- Conflict: Trust vs. Mistrust
- Trust leads to feelings of security; mistrust causes feelings of inadequacy.
- Key relationship with the mother during feeding.
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Toddler/Early Childhood (18 months-3 years):
- Conflict: Autonomy vs. Shame & Doubt
- Autonomy promotes confidence; shame creates self-doubt.
- Toilet training is a crucial event in this stage.
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Preschooler (3-6 years):
- Conflict: Initiative vs. Guilt
- Initiative fosters creativity; guilt arises from feelings of wrongness.
- Independence is a key developmental task.
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Grade-schooler/Middle Childhood (6-12 years):
- Conflict: Industry vs. Inferiority
- Industry builds competence; inferiority stems from academic failures.
- School experiences play a significant role in this stage.
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Teenager/Adolescence (12-18 years):
- Conflict: Identity vs. Role Confusion
- Identity formation leads to self-knowledge; role confusion can occur without proper guidance.
- Self-reflection is a primary event for development.
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Young Adulthood (19-40 years):
- Conflict: Intimacy vs. Isolation
- Intimacy fosters strong relationships; isolation leads to feelings of loneliness.
- Key experiences involve romantic and platonic relationships.
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Middle-age Adult (40-65 years):
- Conflict: Generativity vs. Stagnation
- Generativity involves parenting and nurturing; stagnation indicates a lack of productivity.
- Parenting and work relationships are pivotal at this stage.
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Old Age/Older Adult (Over 65 years):
- Conflict: Integrity vs. Despair
- Integrity brings a feeling of success, while despair leads to regret over unachieved goals.
- Important reflections on life accomplishments shape this stage.
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This quiz explores key concepts in psychology related to child and adolescent development, with a focus on psychosocial crises and their impact on personality formation. Test your understanding of how psychological qualities are achieved during these formative years.
