Erik Erikson's Psychosocial stages

Birth to 12 to 18 months

Trust versus Mistrust

Trust

The child develops a feeling of trust in caregivers.

18 months to 3 years

Autonomy versus Shame/Doubt

Autonomy

The child learns what can and cannot be controlled and develops a sense of free will.

3 to 6 years

Initiative versus Guilt

Initiative

The child learns to become independent by exploring, manipulating, and taking action

6 to 12 years

Industry versus Inferiority

Industry

The child learns to do things well or correctly according to standards set by others, particularly in school

12 to 18 years

Identity versus Role Confusion

Identity

The adolescent develops a well-defined and positive sense of self in relationship to others

19 to 40 years

Intimacy versus Isolation

Intimacy

The person develops the ability to give and receive love and to make long-term commitments

40 to 65 years

Generativity versus Stagnation (age)

Generativity

The person develops an interest in guiding the development of the next generation, often by becoming a parent

65 to death

Ego Integrity versus Despair (age)

Ego Integrity

The person develops acceptance of how one has lived