Erikson Flashcards
In Eriksons theory define the term virtues
Favourable outcomes of each stage
2 possible outcomes for each stage
The person must learn how to hold both extremes of each life-stage challenge in tension with one another, not rejecting one end of the tension or the other
Erikson stage 0-1 year
Trust versus Mistrust. Virtue = Hope
Erikson stage 3-6 years
Initiative versus Guilt. Virtue = Purpose
Erikson stage 6-11 years
Industry versus Inferiority. Virtue = Competence
Erikson stage 12-18 years
Identity versus Role confusion. Virtue = Fidelity
Erikson stage 19- 34 years
Intimacy versus Isolation. Virtue = Love
Erikson stage 35 - 64 years
Gererativity versus Stagnation. Virtue = Care
Erikson stage 65 plus
Ego integrity versus Despair. Virtue = Wisdom