Socio-Emotional Development Flashcards
What is the stage in Erikson’s theory that goes from 0- 18 months of life?
Trust vs. Mistrust
What is the dilemma that children face in the Trust vs Mistrust stage?
whether to trust others.
Who is the main influence in the stage Trust vs Mistrust?
The main caregiver or parent, usually the mother
What is the stage in Erikson’s theory that goes from 18 months to 3 yrs of life?
Autonomy vs. doubt
Who is the main influence in the stage Autonomy vs. doubt?
parents and caregivers
What is the dilemma that children face in the Autonomy vs. doubt stage?
they want to become more independent and need flexibility from parents to feed themselves, clothe themselves, etc.
What is the stage in Erikson’s theory that goes from 3 to 6 yrs of life?
Initiative vs guilt
Who is the main influence in the stage Initiative vs guilt?
parents, teachers, caregivers
What is the dilemma that children face in the Initiative vs guilt stage?
to follow their initiative. Overly strict parents who punish children for their initiative will make the child feel guilty
What is the stage in Erikson’s theory that goes from 6 - 12 yrs of life?
industry vs inferiority
Who is the main influence in the stage industry vs inferiority?
teachers, peers
What is the dilemma that children face in the industry vs inferiority stage?
to feel capable in their abilities
What is the stage in Erikson’s theory that goes from 12-18 yrs?
Identity vs role confusion
Who is the main influence in the stage Identity vs role confusion?
peers
What is the dilemma that people face in the Identity vs role confusion stage?
finding one’s identity