Erikson's Stages of Social and Emotional Development

Question 1

Erikson’s Views…

Answer 1

…less sexuality, more social environment
…stressed the role of the ego
…ego is a positive thrust into a developing person
…eight psychosocial stages

Question 2

Trust vs. Mistrust

Answer 2

Age Range: birth-1yr

Main Goal: sufficient trust of the world/people

Question 3

Autonomy vs. Shame and Doubt

Answer 3

Age Range: 1yrs-3yrs

Main Goal: sense of control over life

Question 4

Initiative vs. Guilt

Answer 4

Age Range: 3yrs-6yrs

Main Goal: sense of self

Question 5

Industry vs. Inferiority

Answer 5

Age Range: 6yrs-12yrs

Main Goal: sense of self-worth

Question 6

Identity vs. Role Confusion

Answer 6

Age Range: 12yrs-18yrs

Main Goal: strong sense of identity

Question 7

Intimacy vs. Isolation

Answer 7

Age Range: 18yrs-40yrs

Main Goal: develop close relationships

Question 8

Generativity vs. Stagnation

Answer 8

Age Range: 40yrs-60yrs

Main Goal: contribute to the world

Question 9

Integrity vs. Despair

Answer 9

Age Range: 60yrs+

Main Goal: coming to terms with life/death