The eight key stages of Erik Erikson’s Psychosocial Development theory were:
1. Trust versus Mistrust: During the first eighteen months of life, children are focused on developing a sense of trust in caregivers and the world. Children who receive warm and responsive care are able to develop an attitude of trust in people. Incompetence to develop trust will result in fear and learns not to trust the people around him (Berk & Meyers 2016).
2. Autonomy versus Shame and Doubt: This second stage occurs between eighteen months and three years of age. During this stage, children involve gaining a sense of independence and personal control. Success in this stage allows children to develop will and determination. Children whose parents or caregivers …show more content…
Identity versus Confusion: The adolescent years are a time of personal exploration. Those who are able to successfully forge a healthy identity develop a sense of fidelity. Those who do not complete this stage well may be left feeling confused about their role and place in life (Berk 2008).
6. Intimacy versus Isolation: Early adulthood is the stage all about building health relationships with others. Success leads to the ability to form committed, lasting, and nurturing relationships with others. Failure to do so can result in long-term feelings of isolation (Cherry 2016).
7. Generativity versus Stagnation: People become concerned with contributing something to society and leaving their mark on the world which is happening during middle adulthood stage. Raising a family and having a career are two key activities that contribute to success at this stage. People who do not do so may feel lost (Cherry 2016).
8. Integrity versus Despair: The late adulthood which involves reflecting back on life is the final stage of psychosocial development. Those who look back and feel a sense of satisfaction develop a sense of integrity and wisdom, while those who are left with regrets may experience bitterness and despair (Cherry
1. Trust versus Mistrust: During the first eighteen months of life, children are focused on developing a sense of trust in caregivers and the world. Children who receive warm and responsive care are able to develop an attitude of trust in people. Incompetence to develop trust will result in fear and learns not to trust the people around him (Berk & Meyers 2016).
2. Autonomy versus Shame and Doubt: This second stage occurs between eighteen months and three years of age. During this stage, children involve gaining a sense of independence and personal control. Success in this stage allows children to develop will and determination. Children whose parents or caregivers …show more content…
Identity versus Confusion: The adolescent years are a time of personal exploration. Those who are able to successfully forge a healthy identity develop a sense of fidelity. Those who do not complete this stage well may be left feeling confused about their role and place in life (Berk 2008).
6. Intimacy versus Isolation: Early adulthood is the stage all about building health relationships with others. Success leads to the ability to form committed, lasting, and nurturing relationships with others. Failure to do so can result in long-term feelings of isolation (Cherry 2016).
7. Generativity versus Stagnation: People become concerned with contributing something to society and leaving their mark on the world which is happening during middle adulthood stage. Raising a family and having a career are two key activities that contribute to success at this stage. People who do not do so may feel lost (Cherry 2016).
8. Integrity versus Despair: The late adulthood which involves reflecting back on life is the final stage of psychosocial development. Those who look back and feel a sense of satisfaction develop a sense of integrity and wisdom, while those who are left with regrets may experience bitterness and despair (Cherry