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What does 'integrity vs. despair' refer to?
What does 'integrity vs. despair' refer to?
What is the primary focus of 'generativity vs. stagnation'?
What is the primary focus of 'generativity vs. stagnation'?
Contributing to the world, usually through family and work or feeling a lack of purpose.
What is the challenge faced in 'intimacy vs. isolation'?
What is the challenge faced in 'intimacy vs. isolation'?
Young adults struggle to form close relationships and gain the capacity for intimate love or feel socially isolated.
What does 'identity vs. role confusion' involve?
What does 'identity vs. role confusion' involve?
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What does the concept of 'industry vs. inferiority' entail?
What does the concept of 'industry vs. inferiority' entail?
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What is the significance of 'initiative vs. guilt'?
What is the significance of 'initiative vs. guilt'?
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What do toddlers learn in 'autonomy vs. shame & doubt'?
What do toddlers learn in 'autonomy vs. shame & doubt'?
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What is developed in 'trust vs. mistrust'?
What is developed in 'trust vs. mistrust'?
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Study Notes
Integrity vs. Despair
- Older adults reflect on their lives, leading to feelings of satisfaction or failure.
- Success in life leads to a sense of integrity, while failure may result in despair.
Generativity vs. Stagnation
- During middle age, individuals seek to contribute meaningfully to society, often through family and work.
- A sense of stagnation arises when individuals feel they lack purpose or impact.
Intimacy vs. Isolation
- Young adults face challenges in developing deep personal relationships and experiencing intimate love.
- Failure to connect can lead to feelings of social isolation.
Identity vs. Role Confusion
- Adolescents experiment with various roles to refine their personal identity.
- Lack of successful integration of these roles can cause confusion about one's identity.
Industry vs. Inferiority
- Children discover the satisfaction that comes from applying themselves to tasks and achieving outcomes.
- Feelings of inferiority can develop if they struggle to succeed or meet expectations.
Initiative vs. Guilt
- Preschool-aged children learn to initiate and execute tasks independently.
- They may experience guilt if they feel their independent efforts are not successful or approved.
Autonomy vs. Shame & Doubt
- Toddlers work towards independence by exercising their will and making choices.
- Doubts about their abilities can lead to feelings of shame and uncertainty.
Trust vs. Mistrust
- Infants develop a fundamental sense of trust when their needs are reliably met by caregivers.
- Inconsistent care can foster feelings of mistrust towards the world.
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Explore the concepts of integrity vs. despair and other developmental stages in psychology. This quiz focuses on key terms and definitions that characterize different life phases, including generativity and intimacy. Test your understanding of how these stages impact personal growth and relationships.
