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Psychology: The Self and Its Development
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Psychology: The Self and Its Development

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What is the focus of Stage 5 in Erik Erikson's psychosocial development theory?

  • Intimacy vs. Isolation
  • Generativity vs. Stagnation
  • Trust vs. Mistrust
  • Identity vs. Role Confusion (correct)
  • Which phase of Freud's psychosexual development occurs from birth to one year?

  • Anal Phase
  • Phallic Phase
  • Oral Phase (correct)
  • Genital Period
  • What conflict is central to Stage 2 of Erik Erikson's stages of development?

  • Autonomy vs. Shame and Doubt (correct)
  • Initiative vs. Guilt
  • Industry vs. Inferiority
  • Ego Integrity vs. Despair
  • In Freud's theory, which period follows the latency period?

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    What is a significant challenge faced during Stage 7 of Erikson's developmental stages?

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    Study Notes

    Learning Outcomes

    • Understanding the concept of "self" in psychological perspectives.
    • Differentiating between the ideal self and the true or fake self.

    The Self in Psychology

    • Explores how individuals perceive themselves and the factors shaping their identities.
    • Examines the development and evolution of the self through different life stages.

    Sigmund Freud's Psychosexual Stages of Development

    • Oral Phase: Birth to 1 year; focuses on mouth-related activities.
    • Anal Phase: 1 to 3 years; centered on toileting habits and control.
    • Phallic Phase: 3 to 6 years; involves emerging sexual identity and relationships.
    • Latency Period: 5 years to puberty; sexual feelings are repressed for social skill development.
    • Genital Period: Puberty to adulthood; maturation of sexual orientation and relationships.

    Erik Erikson's Stages of Psychosocial Development

    • Stage 1: Trust vs. Mistrust (Birth to 1 year): Developing trust when caregivers provide reliability.
    • Stage 2: Autonomy vs. Shame and Doubt (Ages 1 to 3): Gaining independence and developing self-control.
    • Stage 3: Initiative vs. Guilt (Ages 3 to 5): Initiating activities and asserting control through play.
    • Stage 4: Industry vs. Inferiority (Ages 5 to 11): Mastering skills and feeling competent in school and social interactions.
    • Stage 5: Identity vs. Role Confusion (Ages 12 to 18): Exploring personal identity and sense of self.
    • Stage 6: Intimacy vs. Isolation (Ages 19 to 35): Forming intimate relationships while balancing independence.
    • Stage 7: Generativity vs. Stagnation (Ages 35 to 50): Contributing to society and helping the next generation.
    • Stage 8: Ego Integrity vs. Despair (Ages 50 and up): Reflecting on life and achieving a sense of fulfillment or regret.

    True Self vs. Fake Self

    • Examines the distinctions between authentic identity and socioculturally constructed personas.
    • Highlights the importance of self-awareness and authenticity in psychological well-being.

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    Explore the psychological perspectives on self-conception through the insights of Freud and Erikson. This quiz delves into the psychosocial stages of development and varying theories surrounding the ideal self. Test your knowledge on the complexities of self in psychology.

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