Freud and Erikson's Theories PDF

Freud and Erikson's Theories: Freud’s Psychosexual Stages: Stage Key Focus Key Task 1. Oral Stage (Birth to 1 Year) Pleasure centers on the mouth Weaning off breastfeeding or bottl...

Freud and Erikson's Theories: Freud’s Psychosexual Stages: Stage Key Focus Key Task 1. Oral Stage (Birth to 1 Year) Pleasure centers on the mouth Weaning off breastfeeding or bottle- (sucking, biting). feeding. 2. Anal Stage (1 to 3 Years) Pleasure focuses on controlling Toilet training and learning control. bladder and bowel. 3. Phallic Stage (3 to 6 Years) Focus on the genitals and developing Oedipus complex (boys) and Electra sexual identity. complex (girls). 4. Latency Stage (6 to 11 Years) Sexual impulses are repressed; focus Developing communication skills and on social skills. self-confidence. 5. Genital Stage (Adolescence Sexual urges reawaken; seeking Developing mature relationships and to Adulthood) romantic relationships. balancing life areas. Erikson’s Psychosocial Stages: Stage Key Conflict Key Task 1. Trust vs. Mistrust (Birth to 1 Infants learn to trust caregivers if Developing a sense of security through Year) needs are met. consistent care. 2. Autonomy vs. Shame and Toddlers learn independence by Gaining confidence through physical Doubt (1 to 3 Years) controlling physical skills. independence (e.g., toilet training). 3. Initiative vs. Guilt (3 to 6 Children assert control and take Encouraging initiative and avoiding Years) initiative. feelings of guilt. 4. Industry vs. Inferiority (6 to Children work to gain skills and Fostering a sense of competence 11 Years) knowledge. through skill development. 5. Identity vs. Role Confusion Teens explore different roles and Developing a strong personal identity. (Adolescence) ideas to form identity. 6. Intimacy vs. Isolation Focus on forming intimate Building strong relationships and (Young Adulthood) relationships and connections. avoiding loneliness. 7. Generativity vs. Stagnation Adults strive to contribute to society Feeling productive by contributing to (Middle Adulthood) and nurture future generations. society or facing stagnation. 8. Integrity vs. Despair (Late Reflection on life to find a sense of Achieving wisdom or dealing with Adulthood) fulfillment or regret. despair over life regrets.