8 Questions
What is the main focus of Erik Erikson's fourth stage of psychosocial development?
Developing a sense of competence at useful skills and tasks
What contributes to the feeling of inferiority in Erikson's fourth stage?
Negative responses from family, teachers, and peers
What is the 'psychosocial crisis' associated with Erikson's fourth stage of development?
Industry vs. Inferiority
What does 'industry' refer to in Erikson's fourth stage?
A child’s involvement in situations demanding long, patient work
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Identify the different characteristics of primary school-aged children in this stage of development.
At what age do children typically start to think of themselves more than others?
7 years old
At what stage of childhood through adolescence are peer groups typically found?
Throughout childhood through adolescence
What is a common characteristic of children under the age of seven or eight in relation to group play?
They play well with groups but may need some time to play alone
Study Notes
Erikson's Fourth Stage of Psychosocial Development
- The main focus of Erikson's fourth stage is Industry vs. Inferiority, which occurs between approximately 6-12 years old.
- Feeling of inferiority arises from criticism, ridicule, or failure to meet expectations from others, leading to self-doubt and lack of confidence.
- The 'psychosocial crisis' associated with this stage is the conflict between the desire to develop competence and the risk of feeling inferior.
- 'Industry' refers to the ability to develop skills and competencies, and to produce something of value, which is essential for this stage.
Characteristics of Children at this Stage
- Around 6-12 years old, children typically start to think of themselves more than others, marking a shift from earlier stages.
- Peer groups are commonly found during this stage of childhood through adolescence.
- Children under the age of seven or eight often exhibit a common characteristic of being egocentric, meaning they have difficulty taking other people's perspectives in group play.
Learn about the characteristics and factors influencing the socio-emotional development of primary school-aged children, as per the developmental theorist Erik Erikson's eight stages.
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