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Erikson's Stages of Psychosocial Development - Coggle Diagram
Erikson's Stages of Psychosocial Development
Basic Trust vs. Mistrust
In this stage, children learn to rely on other people to get our needs met. If caretakers are responsive, the child will develop trust in the world and other people. If not, children may have difficulties in trusting others later in life.
Age: Birth through 1 year
Initiative vs. Guilt
Age: 3 through 5 years
During this stage, children should start learning how to take charge and assert their opinions. Children who are shown support in their actions become more self-confident. If they are discouraged, they can develop anxiety and a fear of failure.
Identity vs. Role Confusion
Age: Adolescence (10 through 20 years)
At this point in life, people start to try to find their place in the world. The goal is to identify passions and interests that can help build a future. If that goal is not met, people may have a more difficult time becoming an adult.
Intimacy vs. Isolation
During this stage, adults form deeper relationships with other people. It is most commonly seen as romantic relationships, but can also mean friendships. If healthy relationships develop, people will likely have a high level of satisfaction in life. When prior life experiences prevent adults from being able to form those relationships, loneliness can occur.
Age: Early Adulthood (20s and 30s)
Integrity vs. Despair
By the time people reach this stage, they are nearing the end of their lives. They tend to reflect on the past and ask themselves if they have lived a meaningful life. If they have regrets or disagree with some of their past choices, they may develop guilt and sadness. When the people are proud of what they have done, they will be satisfied and at peace.
Age: Late Adulthood (60s and onward)
Autonomy vs. Shame/Doubt
At this time, children should start learning how to be independent. Encouragement to try new things can lead a child to develop new skills. A lack of encouragement or prevention of exploring could teach a child to doubt themself.
Age: 1 through 3 years
Industry vs. Inferiority
Age: 6 through 11 years
During this period, children begin to gain more knowledge and develop intellectual skills. Healthy development will see a child feeling productive. If a child does not make healthy progress, they may feel inferior and incompetent.
Generativity vs. Stagnation
This stage of life sees people focus on how they can contribute or give back to the world. This often is presented as guiding younger generations to lead good lives. If adults fail at this, they may feel as if they lack a sense of fulfillment.
Age: Middle Adulthood (40s and 50s)