Theory Overview
What is another name for the Life Course Development Theory?
Erikson’s Life Stage Theory
What age group does this theory apply too?
Older adults (65 and up)
Many people relate to the life cycle stages through their own experiences. (True or False)
True
_________ will be needed for the patient as the patient may feel less isolated and is able to express feelings of despair or integrity.
Active Listening
What was the first name of the psychologist that developed the Life Span Theory?
Erick
According to Erikson how many stages make up his theory?
8
When does this stage end?
Individuals remain in this stage until the end of their life
What is a limitation of Erikson's theory regarding the progression through life stages?
Erikson's theory does not clearly explain what drives an individual to move into the next stage after resolving a crisis.
What actions are needed to maintain the autonomy of a patient who has difficulty putting on a sweater with zipper?
Help with putting them on, but if pt can zip up the zipper, allow pt to do it.
How many of the stages apply to adulthood?
3 (Intimacy verses Isolation, Generativity verses Stagnation, and Integrity verses Despair)
What is the name of the stage that applies to older adults (age 65 and up)
Integrity versus Despair
Success in this stage will lead to the virtue of _____?
Wisdom (wisdom is characterized by deep understanding, acceptance of life's complexities, and a sense of completeness and fulfillment.)
Why do core conflicts in Erikson's stages recur throughout the lifespan?
The challenges they represent are fundamental to human development.
These conflicts are not fully resolved in a single stage but evolve in complexity and context over time.
What kind of interprofessional help may the patient need?
Social worker, HCP, psychologist, psychiatrist, dietician, physical therapist…
Erikson believed that individuals experience____ that serves as a turning point in development (Fill in the blank)
Conflict
Why does this stage occur?
This occurs when life slows down giving older adults time to reflect
What kinds of feelings are involved in despair?
Regret, bitterness, and disappointment with one’s life
A fear of impending death
How has Erikson's theory impacted the view of middle and late adulthood in psychology?
Erikson's theory has revolutionized the perception of middle and late adulthood, shifting it from being seen as irrelevant to being recognized as active and significant periods of personal growth in psychology.
What is a primary goal of nursing interventions in Erikson's stage of Integrity vs. Despair?
The primary goal is to support older adults in reflecting on their life experiences positively, helping them achieve a sense of satisfaction and accomplishment (integrity), and managing feelings of regret or dissatisfaction (despair).
What did Erikson achieve with this theory?
He changed the way we view older adults, they are now considered active and significant times of personal growth
What is the overview of this theory?
Throughout an individual’s life they will pass through different life stages that affect the next. Social, economic, and environmental factors all contribute to who an individual becomes.
How can this theory be used to specialize in nursing interventions?
It can help by specializing care for different stages of life and help to eliminate any previous bias we may have regarding age.
Explain how this theory may be biased towards Western, particularly American Culture.
This theory is based off the typical “American values and beliefs”, it does not take into consideration different cultures who prioritize different values and beliefs.
How can nurses use life review and reminiscence therapy to support patients in the Integrity vs. Despair?
Reminiscing and Life Review
Name all the stages of Erikson’s theory
Trust verses Mistrust (stage 1), Autonomy verses Shame and Doubt (stage 2), Initiative verses Guilt (stage 3), Industry verses Inferiority (stage 4), Identity verses Confusion (stage 5), Intimacy verses Isolation (stage 6), Generativity verses Stagnation (stage 7), and Integrity verses Despair (stage 8)