Developmental Learning

Trust vs. Mistrust

• 1 year old
• If child receives care then they will show trust and feel secure
• Virtue of hope

Autonomy vs. Shame

• 2 years old
• Autonomy is independence
• Critical children do this to explore their limits
• Parents need patience to let the child do this until they succeed
• Teach the child when to ask for help

Initiative vs. Guilt

• Between 3 - 5 years
• Children learn how to explore interpersonal skills
• Learn how to lead
• Kids ask a lot more questions
• Sense of purpose

Industry vs. Inferiority

• Between ages 6 - 12
• Try to win approval from others
• Develop sense of pride in their accomplishments
• If they are given negative feedback they may not reach their full potential

Identity vs. Role Confusion

• Ages 12 - 18
• Transition from childhood to adulthood
• Want to feel like they belong in society
• Body image plays a role
• Form identity through exploration

Intimacy vs. Isolation

• Ages 18 - 40
• Explore relationships for long term commitments
• Avoiding this stage can lead to loneliness or isolation

Generativity vs. Stagnation

• Ages 40 - retirement age
• Settle down in relationship
• Become a bigger part of the picture
• Develop a sense of care for others

Integrity vs. Despair

• 65 or older
• Contemplate back on lives
• Ask yourself if you have lived your life to the fullest without regrets
• If not then you feel depressed