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Erik EriksonSlide2
Erikson’s Basic Theory
Development is persuaded by genetics and environment
Based his theories off of two ideas
The world gets bigger as we goFailure is cumulativeOrganized into eight stages of life that start from the minute you're bornFailure to complete each stage successfully can damage your ego
http://www.famousquotesandauthors.com/authors/erik_erikson_quotes.htmlSlide3
1. Trust vs. Mistrust
Birth-1 year
“Can I trust the people around me?”
Mother plays important role as caregiverThey learn to trust or mistrust depending on level of careTrust=safe and secureMistrust=worthless and insecure
http://www.lepetitspa.ca/mondays_for_moms.htmSlide4
2. Autonomy vs. Shame/Doubt
1-3 years
“Can I do things myself or am I reliant on the help of others?”
Start making decisions for themselvesBegin controlling their own bodyMost needed relationship is with parentsAutonomy(independence)= confidentShame/Doubt=low self esteem and inadequacy
http://idicphoto.blogspot.com/2008/09/2-year-old-photoshoot-in-washington-dc.htmlSlide5
3. Initiative vs. Guilt
3-6 years old
“Am I good or bad?”
Develop imagination while playingBecome curious about the world- “Why?”Relationship with basic family is importantInitiative=sense of purposeGuilt= embarrassment or failure
http://addiandcassi.com/kids-helping-kids-5-year-old-singing-sensation-kaitlyn-maher-to-perform-to-help-5-year-old-twins-who-have-lost-their-voices-from-dementia/Slide6
4. Industry vs. Inferiority
6-12 years old
“How can I be good?”
Learn new life skills and knowledgeSocial involvementSchool and neighborhood becomes key relationshipIndustry=skillInferiority=low self esteem
http://www.babble.com/CS/blogs/strollerderby/archive/2008/10/31/parents-say-don-t-reward-my-kid.aspxSlide7
5.Identity vs. Confusion
12-19 years old
“Who am I?”
Responsible for own actionsTry to find identity through socially and morallyLife gets more complicatedFriends are importantIdentity= strong sense of self and controlConfusion=insecure and doubtful of their future
http://coldestofweapons.blogspot.com/2011/02/high-school-or-college.htmlSlide8
6. Intimacy vs. Isolation
20-25 years old
“Will I be loved or will I be alone?”
Try to find relationships and start familyExperience intimacy on deep levelMost important relationship is with spouse or partnerIsolation= loneliness Intimacy= companionship
http://www.samedaymarriage.com/marriage/Slide9
7. Generativity vs. Stagnation
26-64 years old
“How can I contribute to the world?”
Work is crucialFind new meanings and purpose due to mid-life crisisImportant relationship with workplace, community and familyGenerativity(ability to produce something)= stable and accomplishedStagnation=unproductive and unimportant
http://www.123rf.com/stock-photo/accountant_%E2%80%9Cbusiness_person%E2%80%9D.htmlSlide10
8. Integrity vs. Despair
65-death
“Did I live a meaningful life?”
Realize life has meaningHope to have made a positive contributionFear death but accept as completion of lifeIntegrity= fulfillment and satisfactionDespair= regret and bitterness
http://www.google.com/imgres?q=grandmother+with+child&hl=en&safe=active&gbv=2&tbm=isch&tbnid=HjG2rCsKnDoerM:&imgrefurl=http://www.visualphotos.com/image/2x3851388/grandmother_and_child_baking&docid=d7XxBtew_VatVM&w=700&h=487&ei=gFRzTtaTMObk0QGg99XODQ&zoom=1&iact=rc&dur=317&page=1&tbnh=138&tbnw=196&start=0&ndsp=31&ved=1t:429,r:2,s:0&tx=143&ty=118&biw=1440&bih=778Slide11
The Eight Developmental StagesSlide12
Question 1
What two ideas did Erik Erikson’s base his theories off of?
The world gets bigger as we go along and failure is cumulativeSlide13
Question 2
What stage are high school kids in right now?
The 5
th stage, Identity vs. Confusion Slide14
Question 3
Why do teenagers fall in this category?
There are multiple answers but generally, at this age people are trying to figure out who they are and what they want to do with their lifeSlide15
Question 4
In the 1
st
stage of Erikson’s theories, if a caregiver neglects their child's needs, how will this affect the child as they grow?The child will not be able to trust people as easily in the future, which may create problems and could throw off the development through the other stages as wellSlide16
Question 5
According to Erikson, what stage should people be considering marriage?
The 6
th stage, Intimacy vs. IsolationSlide17
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