What are the main ideas of Eriksons theory of psychosocial development quizlet?

He described 8 stages of the life cycle during which individuals struggle with developmental "crisis." *Specific tasks associated with each stage musct be completed for resolution of the crisis & emotional growthto occur.

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    Erikson's Theory of Psychosocial Development Erikson maintained that development occurred throughout the life span and that it focused on psychosocial stages rather than psychosexual stages. According to Erikson's theory of psychosocial development, individuals need to accomplish a particular task before successfully mastering the stage and progressing to the next one. Each task is framed with opposing conflicts, and tasks once mastered are challenged and tested again during new situations or at times of conflict

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    Stages and concepts that are key to Erik Erikson's (1902-1994) Theory of Psychosocial Development.

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    Erikson's Theory

    Considered a psychodynamic theory; posits that personality development is determined by the interaction of an internal maturational plan and external societal demands. Argues that there are eight stages in the human life cycle and that the order of the stages is biologically fixed.

    epigenetic principle

    In Erikson's theory, the idea that each psychosocial strength has its own special period of particular importance

    basic trust vs. mistrust

    Birth to 1 year; involves developing a sense that the world is safe and a good place

    autonomy vs. shame

    1 to 3 years; involves realizing that one is an independent person who can make decisions and feel doubt

    initiative vs. guilt

    3 to 6 years; involves developing the ability to try new things and and to handle failure

    industry vs. inferiority

    6 years to adolescence; involves learning basic skills and working with others

    identity vs. identity confusion

    Adolescence; involves developing a lasting, integrated sense of self

    intimacy vs. isolation

    Young adulthood; involves committing to another person in a loving relationship

    generativity vs. stagnation

    Middle adulthood; involves contributing to younger people through child-rearing, child care, or other productive work

    Integrity vs. despair

    Late life; involves viewing one's life as satisfactory and worth living

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