Name of Stages
Conflicts
Scenarios
Miscellaneous
Scenarios/Random
100

What is the name of Stage 1?

Trust vs. mistrust

Infancy

100

What is the basic conflict that is happening during a young adults life? 

Intimacy vs. Isolation - they need to form intimate and trusting friendships.

100

Which stage of development involves developing a sense of purpose and the freedom to act? 

Initiative vs Guilt (3-5 years old)

100

What does psychosocial mean?

 It combines psychological needs (mind, personality, and emotions) with social requirements (culture, relationships, and environment).

100

The stage where children begin to ask "Why?" and explore their curiosity is:

Initiative vs. Guilt

200

What is the name of Stage 8? 

Integrity vs. Despair 

Late Adulthood

200

Trust vs. ____________

Mistrust

200

A 45 year old focusing on mentoring younger employees and volunteering is demonstrating which trait? 

Generativity

200

What is an important event that happens during early childhood - specifically during the autonomy vs. shame and doubt stage 

Potty Training, gaining a sense of independence

200

Eddie doesn't want to be alone forever - but learning how to be in a long term relationships is HARD! He knows he loves his girlfriend Erica though and is willing to do whatever it takes to make it work. He wants to build a strong relationship with her, full of openness, trust and support as they reach goals together. Who knows? Maybe one day he will even propose? What stage/crisis is Eddie most likely in?

Intimacy vs. Isolation

300

What is the name of Stage 5? 

Identity vs. Role Confusion

Adolescence - teen years into 20s

300

Initiative Vs. _________________

Guilt

300

A 4 year old child insists on dressing herself each morning, even the outfit is mismatched. When her mother tries to help, the child brushes her off and insists on doing it herself. According to Erikson, which stage is this child demonstrating? 

Autonomy vs. Shame and Doubt

300

Who created the 8 stages of psycho-social development? 

Erik Erikson

300

Liza and Chris have been married for over 50 years! They have 8 great grandchildren, 6 grandchildren and 3 children. They have lived a life full of love, trust, intimacy and caring. As they approach their last few years on earth together they feel a sense of satisfaction and peace. They have lived a life worth living and have finished the race strong. People from all around come to them for wisdom on how to live a life with such purpose. What stage/crisis are they most likely in?

Ego Integrity vs. Despair

400

What is the name of Stage 7? 

Generativity vs. Stagnation

400

_________________ vs. Role Confusion

Identitiy

400

Dianna is in Middle School and is doing great academically and athletically. Her parents and teachers have been incredibly supportive of her and her abilities in every area. Dianna enjoys doing tasks because she knows if she applies herself she will do great - it just takes effort. Which stage/crisis is Dianna most likely in?

Industry vs. Inferiority (6 years to puberty)

400

Stage of life where children develop a sense of control and independence

Autonomy vs. shame and doubt


400

How might unresolved conflict in someones life impact them later on 

   * Difficulty forming relationships

     * Persistent anxiety

     * Challenge in personal and professional interactions

* Decision-making

     * Self-confidence

     * Personal boundaries


500

Why is stage 2 and 3 so similar at times? 

They begin to see what they like and do not like. They both focus on becoming more independent.

500

Describe what happens if a child does not successfully resolve the "Autonomy vs. Shame and Doubt" stage.

Children may develop:

  • Low self-esteem

  • Excessive self-doubt

  • Reluctance to try new things

  • Difficulty making independent decisions

  • Potential over reliance on others for validation

500

Lucas is the proud father of 3 boys and 1 girl. He is also a loving husband to his wife of 10 years. While Lucas enjoys working at his job, his main satisfaction comes from his ability to provide and care for his family. He spends every weekend teaching his children everything he knows about living a good life and how to solve problems and be strong and independent. He always tells his wife that he sees in his children his legacy and dreams and future. His every moment seems to be devoted for caring for his household. What stage/crisis is Lucas most likely in?

Generativity vs. Stagnation (40-60s)

500

Stage where you may ask. Will I provide something of real value? 

Generativity vs. Stagnation

500

True or False: According to Erikson, failure to master a stage means the individual can never resolve it later in life.

False. While more difficult, individuals can address uncompleted stages in adulthood through therapy or life changes