How many stages of Erikson's Stage Theory are there?
eight
Who is credited for Erikson's Psychosocial Stages?
Erik Erikson
Stage eight (Integrity vs Despair) takes place in early adolescence
false
Stage one is basic trust vs basic mistrust
true
How many years of life does Erikson's theory cover?
The entire lifespan
Is the theory qualitative change or quantitative change?
It is both
Can you name one major contribution mentioned?
Psychosocial Stages,
Emphasis on Identity
Expansion of Psychoanalytic Methodology
How many mechanisms of development were mentioned?
7
Can you name one strength?
Expansion of Psychosocial Stages
Broad Perspective
Can you name all eight stages?
Trust vs. Mistrust
Autonomy vs. Shame and Doubt
Initiative vs. Guilt
Industry vs. Inferiority
Identity vs. Confusion
Intimacy vs. Isolation
Generativity vs. Stagnation
Integrity vs. Despair
What was Erikson's trying to explain through his theory ?
The development of people and their personalities
Can you name one weakness?
Lack of Systematicity
Lack of Specific Mechanisms of Development