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Erickson’s Psychosocial Stages of Development
By: Sean SankoT/TH 11:00-12:15
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Psychosocial Development
• There were two psychologists who had developed famous psychosocial theories: Freud, and Erickson.
• Erickson believes that personality develops in a series of stages.
• Freud’s theory is well known but also very controversial.
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Erikson’s Theory of Development
• Shows impact of social experiences across ones whole lifespan.
• There are eight stages over a lifespan showing the development.
• The main elements behind his theory is the identity of ones ego.
• According to his theory when conflicts arise people have the opportunity to grow or fail equally.
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Trust vs. Mistrust
• Occurs in infancy. (birth-18 months).
• Babies must learn to trust there parents care and affection.
• If not done the babies could develop a distrust and view the world as inconsistent and unpredictable.
• Questions ones hope.
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Autonomy vs. Shame and Doubt
• Occurs in the toddler age. (18 months-3 years).
• Child learns to feed themselves and do things on there own.
• Or they could start feeling ashamed and doubt their abilities.
• Questions the child's willpower.
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Initiative vs. Guilt
• Preschool age (3-5 years old).
• Using initiative in planning or carrying out plans.
• Or develop a sense of guilt over misbehavior regarding parents limits.
• Questions ones purpose and role in life.
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Industry vs. Inferiority
• School age (5-11 years of age).
• Learn to follow the rules imposed by schools or home.
• Or the child can start believing they are inferior to others.
• Questions competency.
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Identity vs. Role Confusion
• Adolescence (11-18 years of age).
• Acquire a sense of identity.
• Or can become confused about ones role in life.
• Questions who you are and if your happy.
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Intimacy vs. Isolation
• Young adulthood (18-40 years of age).
• Develop a relationship and joint identity with a partner.
• Or can become isolated and stay away from meaningful relationships.
• Questions if the person is ready for new relationships, or if there is a fear of rejection.
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Generativity vs. Stagnation
• Middle adulthood (40-65 years of age).
• Making use of time and having a concern with helping others and guiding the next generation.
• Or can become self-centered, and stagnant.
• Questions what the person will do with their extra time.
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Integrity vs. Despair
• Late adulthood (60-and up).
• Understand and accept the meaning of temporary life.
• Or complains about regrets, not having enough time, and not finding a meaning throughout life.
• Questions ones overview of their entire life.
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History of Psychosocial Theory
• Erikson was one of the first psychologists to become aware of the influence of culture on behavior.
• He placed more emphasis on the external world, meaning depression and wars.
• The three key factors to Erikson’s theory are the interaction of the body, mind, and cultural influences.
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Erikson’s Philosophy
• His basic philosophy rests on two themes:– The world gets bigger as we go along– And failure is cumulative.
• If an individual has dealt with a terrible past as a child, they might not be able to cope with scenarios that life presents later on.
• However, human spirit can always be ignited and overcome these problems.
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Overview
• Erickson has eight developmental stages that gives people an idea of what to expect throughout life.
• Behavior is based on culture experiences.• Each person has the ability to choose their
path when it comes to his eight stages.
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Work Cited
Pictures • http://delicium.wordpress.c
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• http://www.drurywriting.com/keith/development.middle.age.htm
• http://www.eruptingmind.com/erik-eriksons-stages-of-psychosocial-development/
Information• http://www.psychpage.com
/learning/library/person/erikson.html
• http://psychology.about.com/od/psychosocialtheories/a/psychosocial.htm
• http://www.learningplaceonline.com/stages/organize/Erikson.htm
• http://www.learning-theories.com/eriksons-stages-of-development.html
• http://delicium.wordpress.com/2009/03/20/eriksons-developmental-perspective/