1: Human Growth and Development (1 - Theory) Flashcards
________________ are general explanations that are supported by evidence obtained through the scientific method.
social work theories
This may explain human behavior by describing how humans interact with each other or react to certain stimuli.
a theory
Why are there numerous theories that are utilized in guiding practice?
Because human behavior is complex.
Developing competencies in this domain enhances a person’s mental health, success in work, and ability to achieve in life tasks.
social development
This person was interested in how children socialize and how this affects their sense of self.
Erik Erikson
This person saw personality as developing throughout the life course and looked at identity crises as the focal point for each stage of human development.
Erik Erikson
According to Erik Erikson, there are ____________ distinct stages of social development, with ______ possible outcomes.
eight / two
What happen when there is a successful completion of a stage in Erikson’s Psychosocial Development theory?
Successful completion of each stage results in a healthy personality and successful interactions with others.
This stage of Erikson’s psychosocial development is when children begin to learn the ability to trust others based upon the consistency of their cargiver(s).
trust vs. mistrust
Trust vs Mistrust (Erikson)
From what ages does this stage take place?
from birth to 1 year
What happens when trust develops successfully in trust vs. mistrust (Erikson)?
The child gains confidence and security in the world around him or her and is able to feel secure even when threatened.
What happens when there is an unsuccessful completion of trust vs. mistrust (Erikson)?
This stage can result in an inability to trust, and therefore a sense of fear about their inconsistent world. It may result in anxiety, heightened insecurities, and feelings of mistrust in the world around them.
This stage of Erikson’s psychosocial development is when children begin to assert their independence by walking away from their mother, picking which toy to play with, and making choices about what they like to wear, to eat, and so on.
Autonomy vs. Shame and Doubt
This stage of Erikson’s psychosocial development is when children assert themselves more frequently. They begin to plan activities, make up games, and initiate activities with others.
Initiative vs. Guilt
This stage of Erikson’s psychosocial development is when children begin to develop a sense of pride in their accomplishments. They initiate projects, see them through to completion, and feel good about what they have achieved.
Industry vs. Inferiority
This stage of Erikson’s psychosocial development is when children are becoming more independent, and begin to look at the future in terms of career, relationships, families, housing, and so on.
Identity vs. Role Confusion
This stage of Erikson’s psychosocial development is when individuals begin to share themselves more intimately with others and explore relationships leading toward longer term commitments with others outside the family
Intimacy vs. Isolation
This stage of Erikson’s psychosocial development is when individuals establish careers, settle down within relationships, begin families, and develop a sense of being a part of the bigger picture.
Generativity vs. Stagnation
This stage of Erikson’s psychosocial development is when individuals grow older and become senior citizens. They tend to slow down and explore life as retired people.
Ego Integrity vs. Despair
Autonomy vs. Shame and Doubt (Erikson)
From what ages does this stage take place?
between the ages of 1 and 3
Initiative vs. Guilt (Erikson)
From what ages does this stage take place?
around age 3 and continuing to age 6
Industry vs. Inferiority (Erikson)
From what ages does this stage take place?
frame age 6 to puberty
Identity vs. Role Confusion (Erikson)
From what ages does this stage take place?
during adolescence
Intimacy vs. Isolation (Erikson)
From what ages does this stage take place?
young adulthood
Generativity vs. Stagnation (Erikson)
From what ages does this stage take place?
middle adulthood
Ego Integrity vs. Despair (Erikson)
From what ages does this stage take place?
older adulthood
What happens when autonomy is accomplished in autonomy vs. shame and doubt (Erikson)?
Children become more confident and secure in their own ability to survive in the world.