Struggles of Human Growth
If an infants needs are neglected, they may develop this negative outcome.
What is mistrust
Before the birth of a child parents experience a variety of _____ fantasies or fears about the reality of being a parent
Hope - expectations
Successfully navigating trust v mistrust gives infants this virtue, that life is safe and dependable
What is Hope?
Entering treatment, asking for help, or selecting a sponsor reflects this first step in recovery, like an infant to rely on others
What is developing trust?
Before birth or adoption, parents often imagine what life will be like with a child
What is expectations (hope)
Overly critical or controlling parents may cause a child to feel this
What is shame/doubt?
The process of forming attachment includes a parents building a sense of competence in caring for a child and building an understanding of the individual child's personality.
Trust - Attachment
Preschoolers who take initiative and explore new rules without being crushed by guilt gain this gift
What is purpose?
Like a school age child gaining competence, a recovering person re-establishes their place in the world by building
What is purpose, industry, and competence?
This stage is about forming bonds, building competence in caring for a child, and understanding the child's unique personality
What is attachment (trust)
This is the developmental task toddlers achieve by learning to walk, feed themselves and use the toilet.
What is autonomy?
As the child moves out into the world, parents importance as a source of information and understanding increases while the child also seeks out other sources of information and guidance
Competence
School age children who succeed at mastering tasks and avoiding feelings of inferiority earn this virtue.
What is competence?
Supporting mentoring and carrying the message to others in recovery are manifestations of these later-life strengths
What is caregiving and and wisdom?
As the child gains mobility and independence, parents must clarify limits, consequences, and their own authority in this stage
What is expertise (will)
A child scolded too harshly for curiosity may develop this
What is guilt?
When the child enters adolescence parents are in the position of having to redefine the structure of their relationship
Interdependence - being true to who you are
The gift of young adulthood, earned through intimacy and connection
What is love?
Accepting ones identity as an addict or alcoholic is part of this stage
What is identity change?
As the child ventures into the world, parents become a key source of information and guidance while also competing with outside influences
What is Interpreting the world (competence)
Consistent failure or lack of encouragement leads to this
What is industry?
As the child enter adulthood, this process involves parents needing to adjust their expectations of what will happen to the reality of what does happen
Love and Wisdom
Elders who achieve integrity instead of despair are rewarded with this
What is wisdom?
Redefining the nature and importance of relationships in recovery is the beginning of developing these two qualities.
What are intimacy and love?
During adolescence, parents must redefine the structure of their relationship, balancing tolerance with consistency.
What is interdependence (fidelity)