Personality Theories Erikson (Filipino Personality and Social Work

Question 1

The proponent of Psychosocial Development Theory

Answer 1

Erik Erikson

Question 2

Psychosocial Development Theory is largely impacted by _____________’s work

Answer 2

Sigmund Freud

Question 3

How many stages are there in Psychosocial Development Theory

Answer 3

8 stages

Question 4

In each stage, the proponent of the theory believed that people experience a ______ that serves as a turning point in development

Answer 4

conflict

Question 5

The first stage of Erikson’s theory of psychosocial development occurs between birth and 1 year of age and is the most fundamental stage in life.

Answer 5

Trust vs. Mistrust

Question 6

If a child successfully develops trust, the child will feel _____ and ____ in the world

Answer 6

safe, secure

Question 7

1st stage’s important event

Answer 7

Feeding

Question 8

Failure to develop trust will result in fear and a belief that the world is ______ and ________

Answer 8

inconsistent, unpredictable

Question 9

Striking a balance between trust and mistrust will result to the child acquiring _________

Answer 9

Hope

Question 10

The second stage of Erikson’s theory of psychosocial development takes place during early childhood (2 to 3 years) and is focused on children developing a greater sense of personal control.

Answer 10

Autonomy vs. Shame and Doubt

Question 11

_________ plays an important role in helping children develop this sense of autonomy. (Hint. important event - training)

Answer 11

Potty training

Question 12

3rd stage’s important event

Answer 12

Exploration

Question 13

Children who successfully complete the 2nd stage feel ______ and ________

Answer 13

secure, confident

Question 14

Those who fail the 2nd stage are going to be left with a sense of _______ and _________

Answer 14

inadequacy, self-doubt

Question 15

The outcome of the third stage is ___________

Answer 15

Purpose

Question 16

The third stage of psychosocial development takes place during the preschool years (3 to 5 years). At this point in psychosocial development, children begin to assert their power and control over the world through directing play and other social interactions.

Answer 16

Initiative vs. Guilt

Question 17

Children who try to exert too much power in the 3rd stage experience disapproval, resulting in a sense of ________

Answer 17

Guilt

Question 18

Outcome: Success in the 3rd stage leads to a sense of
_________

Answer 18

Purpose

Question 19

The fourth psychosocial stage takes place during the early school years from approximately ages 6 to 11. Through social interactions, children begin to develop a sense of pride in their accomplishments and abilities.

Answer 19

Industry vs. Inferiority

Question 20

Children who are encouraged and commended by parents and teachers develop a feeling of ___________ and belief in their skills.

Answer 20

competence

Question 21

Those who receive little or no encouragement from parents, teachers, or peers will ________their abilities to be successful.

Answer 21

doubt

Question 22

Outcome: Successfully finding a balance at this stage of psychosocial development leads to the strength known as _____________, in which children develop a belief in their abilities to handle the tasks set before them.

Answer 22

Confidence

Question 23

The fifth psychosocial stage takes place during the often turbulent teenage years (12 - 18 yrs old). This stage plays an essential role in developing a sense of personal identity which will continue to influence behavior and development for the rest of a person’s life. Teens need to develop a sense of self and personal identity

Answer 23

Identity vs. Confusion

Question 24

When psychologists talk about __________, they are referring to all of the beliefs, ideals, and values that help shape and guide a person’s behavior

Answer 24

Identity

Question 25

Successfully striking a balance in the fifth stage leads to the outcome of _______

Answer 25

fidelity

Question 26

5th stage’s important event

Answer 26

Social Relationships

Question 27

Young adults (19 to 40 years) need to form intimate, loving relationships with other people. Success leads to strong relationships, while failure results in loneliness and isolation

Answer 27

Intimacy vs. Isolation

Question 28

Age bracket of Middle Adulthood according to Erik Erikson’s Psychosocial Development

Answer 28

40 to 65 years old

Question 29

This is the 7th stage where adults feel the need to create or nurture things that will outlast them, often by having children or creating a positive change that benefits other people. Success leads to feelings of usefulness and accomplishment, while failure results in shallow involvement in the world.

Answer 29

Generativity vs. Stagnation

Question 30

Outcome of the 7th stage

Answer 30

Care

Question 31

Important event of the 7th stage

Answer 31

Work and Parenthood

Question 32

The final psychosocial stage occurs during old age and is focused on reflecting back on life. At this point in development, people look back on the events of their lives and determine if they are happy with the life that they lived or if they regret the things they did or didn’t do.

Answer 32

Ego Integrity vs. Despair

Question 33

Those who are unsuccessful during this stage will feel that their life has been wasted and may experience many regrets. The person will be left with feelings of __________ and ___________

Answer 33

bitterness, despair

Question 34

Outcome of the 8th stage

Answer 34

Wisdom

Question 35

Important Event of the 8th stage

Answer 35

Reflection

Question 36

Erikson’s theory of psychosocial development was based on what principle?

Answer 36

Epigenetic Principle

Question 37

What is considered the essential event in the Autonomy vs. Shame and Doubt stage of development?

Answer 37

Toilet Training

Question 38

Multiple Choice:

Erikson’s stages of development differ most prominently from Freud’s theory in what way?

A. It’s not interested in sex

B. It describes events across the whole lifespan

C. Development starts immediately after birth

D. Family relationships are irrelevant

Answer 38

B. It describes events across the whole lifespan

Question 40

What conflict occurs mostly within the teenage years?

Answer 40

Identity vs. Role Confusion

Question 41

Erikson first published his theory in his groundbreaking work “Childhood and Society” published in what year?

Answer 41

1950