Concept Exploration

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Erik Eriksons theory of psychosocial development is one of the famous theories of personality in psychology. This theory basically related to the impact of social experience across the whole lifespan. Erikson recognized Freuds contributions but believed that Freud misjudged some important dimensions of human development. Unlike what is said by Freud, Erikson said we develop in psychosocial stages, rather than in psychosexual stages. This theory consists of eight stages of development: Trust versus mistrust; Autonomy versus shame and doubt; Initiative versus guilt; Industry versus inferiority; Identity versus identity confusion; Intimacy versus isolation; Generativity versus stagnation; Integrity versus despair.
 
Ericksons theory broadened and extended Freudian theory to include the whole life cycle into eight stages of his theory. In determining the outcome of each developmental stage, he brought in the influence of society beyond the family. Each stage is characterized by negotiation of one central issue that is necessary for emotional advancement to the next level. Through the forces of culture, family, individual differences and the changing demands of society makes variation in these stage-locked tasks widely applicable. Also Eriksons theory extends through adulthood and highlights some of the generic issues confronting parents as part of their own development.
 
The following are the first two stages concepts and propositions of development:
 
1) Trust vs mistrust- in this phase, the infant totally depend on others to meet its most basic needs. If the needs are met, the infant will likely develop a sense of security and trust. On the other hand, mistrust is reflected by fitful sleep, fussiness in feeding, constipation, and greater distress when the infant is left alone.
 
2) Autonomy vs shame and doubt- in this phase 1-3 years of age, the crisis of this stage is about creating a sense of autonomy in actions versus shame and doubt about being able to act independently. When children interact effectively with people and objects, feelings of autonomy and competence emerge. If the efforts lead to failure, ridicule, or criticism or if parents do not let the children act on their own, the result is feeling of shame and self-doubt. Management of this conflict properly leads to the ego qualify of will; a determination to exercise free choice.
 
The sequential layout of Eriksons Stages of Psychosocial Development might initially suggest that stage outcomes become fixed once the next stage is engaged. While there is a fixed sequence, resolution can be a life-long process, re-activated at various times depending on life events that affect the ego strength or maldeveloped belief pattern. Resolution is not required to move on to the next stage. Additionally, with advancement to a new stage, preceding stages are questioned and must be reintegrated. This is why his theory is sometimes referred to as an epigenetic principle. Additional research suggests that the latter four stages are, to an extent, a repetition of previous stages. As an example, the stage of intimacy can be considered a combination of autonomy and trust. Thus, the developmental stages and formation of identity is an ever-evolving process, as opposed to a rigid concrete system.
 
 
Orenstein, G.A., & Lewis, L. (2020). Ericksons Stages of Psychosocial Development. Retrieved from https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK556096/
 
Weisskirch, R.S. (2018). Psychosocial Intimacy, Relationships with Parents, and Well-being among Emerging Adults. Journal of Child & Family Studies, 27(11), . https://doi-org.usu.idm.oclc/10.1007/s10826-018-1171-8