Erikson's Eight Stages of Psychosocial Development Flashcards
1
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Infancy (Birth to 12 mo)
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- Trust vs. Mistrust
- Develops trust of others to meet one’s needs
- Begins to trust oneself and others
2
Q
Toddler (1 to 3 years)
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- Autonomy vs. Shame and Doubt
- Ability to act independently is trusting oneself to be good
3
Q
Preschool (3 to 6 years)
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- Initiative vs. Guilt
- Imitates role models
- Follows rules
- Experiences self-control in social interactions
4
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School age (6 to 12 years)
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- Industry vs. Inferiority
- Develops ability to make friends
- Ability to independently achieve school tasks
5
Q
Adolescent (12 to 18 years)
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- Identity vs. Role Confusion
- Learns to know oneself
- Leans to know what oneself believes
- Developes a career goal
6
Q
Young Adult (18 to 25 years)
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- Intimacy vs. Isolation
- Develops an ability to share all aspects of life with others
7
Q
Middle Adult (25 to 65 years)
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- Generativity vs. Stagnation
- Can contribute to society in a meaningful way
- Focus on supporting future generations
8
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Maturity or Geriatric (65 to death)
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- Integrity vs. Despair
- Maintains an sense of life achievement
- Maintains an absence of deep regret
