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Eriksons Psychosocial Stages

Age/Stage

Conflict/ Crisis

Favorable outcome

Important Events

1st year of life

2nd year of life

3-5 years

6 years- Puberty (12 years)

Adolescence (12-18 years)

Early adulthood (18-35)

Middle age (35/40-65)

Aging years (65 +)

Childhood If childs basic needs are met, he will trust Trust vs. Mistrust others and the environment Child can do things themselves, personal Autonomy vs. Shame control over physical and Doubt skills- sense of independence Begins to initiate (not imitate) Initiative vs. guilt activities- a sense of purpose Ability to learn how things work, to Industry vs. understand and Inferiority organize (competence) Transition years Seeing oneself as a unique and Identity vs. Role integrated person. Confusion Peer pressure, values, and body changes Adulthood Ability to make Intimacy vs. commitments to Isolation others, to love Seek satisfaction through career, Generativity vs. family, and other Stagnation interests. Concern for society and future generations Reviews life accomplishments, Integrity vs. Despair deals with loss, and preparation for death

Feeding

Toilet Training

Exploration

School

Social Relationships

Romantic Relationships

Work and Parenthood

Reflection on life

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