psychology developmental 11

Question 1

Ericks stage 7

Answer 1

psychosocial stage- Generativity vs. stagnation (40-65)
during adulthood, people continue to build their lives focusing on their career and family
SUCESS= Contributing to the world by being active in our home and community (generating )
being proud of career choices, social responsibilities, watch your children grow into adult developing a sense of unity with your life partners important accomplishments of this stage

Question 2

Erick Stage 7 Failure

Answer 2

(stagnation) Feeling like you have not made meaningful contributions in your life, or your contributions are unrecognized and are valueless to others, or…
Self-preoccupation – being overwhelmed with own personal problems and unable to focus on caring/giving to others.

Question 3

High chaacteristics in the stages of generativity -redemptive life

Answer 3

Some type of early advantage in life (felt special in some way)
Feeling empathy for those who suffer
Have moral clarity that developed early in life (teen years)
Conflict between power (agency-pursuing own goals) and love (communion-giving to others)
Confident in leaving a legacy of growth

Question 4

characteristics of those low in the stages of generativity - redemptive life

Answer 4

Childhoods characterized by psychological and/or physical injury/trauma
Repeated patterns of abusive relationships
Things do not turn out as expected; they take a turn for the worse
Failures and betrayals in personal relationships or work environments
Stories emphasize “contamination sequences” (positive followed by negative)
Do not think a lot about contributing to future generations but focus on getting by in the present – “Live for the moment.”
May suffer depression, substance abuse, etc.
Feeling isolated and unable to “move forward.”

Question 5

McAdams theory of personality life story

Answer 5

the stories that give a life a sense of unity, meaning, and purpose. This is known as Narrative identity. This is the part that relates to Erikson’s theory of generativity

Question 6

Redemptive self

Answer 6

Ways of thinking that saves one from stagnation, loneliness, a sense of failure
Thinking that suffering, which is part of every life, will give way to positive outcomes

Question 7

Themes of Redemptive self

Answer 7

Sometimes the suffering a person experience is so overwhelming that it becomes part of their Characteristic adaptations; It colors their desires, beliefs, concerns, and coping mechanisms. It is a theme throughout their life story.
Making sense out of suffering isn’t always possible
Sometimes the best thing we can say to someone is, “I’m sorry that happened to you.” “I’m sorry you are going through this.”

Question 8

1. big five personality traits- openness to experience

Answer 8

high) Imaginative, curious, creative, open to new experiences; (Low) Conventional, prefers routine, practical, prefers predictability

Question 9

2. big five personality traits-Conscientiousness

Answer 9

High) Organized, dependable, conforming, self-disciplined, hardworking; (Low) Impulsive, careless, disorganized, undisciplined

Question 10

3. big five personality traits-Extroversion

Answer 10

: (High) Outgoing, assertive, adventure seeking; (Low) quiet, reserved, low-key

Question 11

4. big five personality traits-Agreeableness:

Answer 11

: (High) Kind, helpful, easygoing, generous, empathetic; (Low) Critical, uncooperative, suspicious

Question 12

5. big five personality traits- neuroticism

Answer 12

(High) Anxious, moody, self-punishing, negative emotions; (Low) Calm, even-tempered, secure

Question 13

ecological niche

Answer 13

In adulthood, people choose their ecological niche: Their particular social context.
Adults select vocations, mates, and neighborhoods, and they settle into chosen routines and surroundings.

Question 14

social convoy

Answer 14

Collectively consists of the family members, friends, acquaintances, and even strangers who move through life with an individual providing protection and encouragement.