Erikson's Stages of Human Development Flashcard

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What is the crisis faced by infants aged 0-1 according to Erikson's stages of human development?

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Trust vs. Mistrust

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As adults reach the end of life, they look back on their lives and reflect. If older adults don't feel that they've lived a good life, they risk falling into

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despair

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During this age group, children learn to assert themselves and speak up when they need something.

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preschool

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In middle adulthood, an adult who's raising a family and working in a career that helps people may feel more fulfilled than an adult who's working at a day job that feels meaningless.

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TRUE

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In Erikson's theory, what does Stage 2 encourage in children?

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Autonomy

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In which stage do teenagers struggle with their identity and sense of self?

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Adolescence: Identity vs. Role Confusion

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Which stage involves children taking on more responsibility and feeling guilty if they fail?

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Preschool Years: Initiative vs. Guilt

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When children begin school, they start to compare themselves with peers. During this stage of life, children can develop

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both strong and low self-esteem depending on struggles and accomplishments

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What is the key developmental challenge in Stage 5?

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Identity vs. Role Confusion

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If caregivers encourage them to be independent and explore the world on their own, they will grow up more confident in their abilities. Who does this statement refer to?

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toddlers