Unit 8 Stages of life

Infancy

Responsive caregiving builds trust, while neglect fosters mistrust.

Toddler Years

Encouraging independence fosters confidence, but overprotection leads to shame.

Preschool

Support for imaginative play builds initiative; criticism causes shame.

Adolescence

Exploration and peer support help form identity; lack of guidance causes insecurity.

Young Adulthood

A secure identity enables deep connections, while unresolved identity issues result in fear of commitment.

Middle Adulthood

Contributing to others through work or family creates purpose; lack of involvement leads to stagnation and emptiness.

Older Adulthood

Acceptance of life brings peace; regret and unfulfilled goals lead to despair and fear of death.

School Age

Praise and acceptance promote competence, lack of support causes inferiority.