Psychosocial Development Theories: Erikson and Piaget

These flashcards cover key concepts from Erikson's psychosocial development stages and Piaget's cognitive development stages.

Erikson's stage for infants (0–1) focusing on developing trust through consistent care.

Trust vs. Mistrust

Piaget's stage for infants (0–2) where knowledge is gained through senses and movements.

Sensorimotor Stage

Erikson's stage for toddlers (1–3) emphasizing independence and self-control.

Autonomy vs. Shame and Doubt

Piaget's stage (2–7) characterized by imaginative play and beginning of symbolic thought.

Preoperational Stage

Erikson's stage for preschoolers (3–6) focused on initiative and the development of purpose.

Initiative vs. Guilt

Piaget's stage for school-age children (7–11) involving logical reasoning and understanding conservation.

Concrete Operational Stage

Erikson's stage for school-age children (6–12) focused on competence and achievement.

Industry vs. Inferiority

Erikson's stage for adolescents (12–18) emphasizing self-identity and peer relationships.

Identity vs. Role Confusion

Piaget's stage for adolescents (12+) characterized by abstract thinking and problem-solving.

Formal Operational Stage

Erikson's stage for young adults (18–40) focused on forming deep relationships.

Intimacy vs. Isolation

Erikson's stage for middle adults (40–65) involving contributions to society and guiding the next generation.

Generativity vs. Stagnation

Erikson's stage for older adults (65+) focused on life review and finding meaning in one's life.

Integrity vs. Despair