Erikson's Psychosocial Stages and Super's Career Developmental Theory

Flashcards covering Erik Erikson's Eight Psychosocial Stages and Donald Super's Career Developmental Theory, including their respective conflicts, virtues, and life stages.

What is the basic conflict in Erikson's first psychosocial stage (0–1 year)?

Trust vs. Mistrust

Which virtue is associated with the Trust vs. Mistrust stage?

Hope

What is the primary characteristic of the Autonomy vs. Shame and Doubt stage (1–3 years)?

Children begin to explore independence by doing simple tasks; support builds confidence, while overcontrol leads to doubt.

In Erikson's theory, what virtue is gained during the Initiative vs. Guilt stage (3–6 years)?

Purpose

During the Industry vs. Inferiority stage (6–12 years), what leads to a sense of competence?

Success in learning new skills and achieving tasks during the school years.

What is the primary psychosocial task of adolescence (12–18 years) according to Erikson?

Identity vs. Role Confusion

Failure to resolve the identity crisis in adolescence results in what state?

Role confusion or uncertainty about who the individual is.

What represents the 'Establishment Stage' in Donald Super's theory (25–44 years)?

Individuals enter the workforce, build their careers, gain experience, and seek stability or promotions.

What virtue is associated with the Intimacy vs. Isolation stage in young adulthood?

Love

According to Erikson, what is the conflict faced during middle adulthood?

Generativity vs. Stagnation

What describes the 'Generativity' aspect of middle adulthood?

Contributing to society, raising families, and guiding others or mentoring younger individuals.

In late adulthood, what does a sense of fulfillment lead to?

Integrity

Who developed the career developmental theory that emphasizes a life-span approach and vocational behaviors at different stages?

Donald Super

What are the five stages of Donald Super's Career Development Theory?

1. Growth, 2. Exploration, 3. Establishment, 4. Maintenance, 5. Decline/Disengagement

During which of Super's stages do individuals update their skills and adapt to workplace changes (45–64 years)?

Maintenance Stage

What characterizes the 'Growth Stage' (Birth–14 years) in Super's theory?

Individuals develop interests, abilities, and attitudes toward work, often imagining future roles based on early experiences.

At what age did Hidilyn Diaz participate in the Beijing Olympics, marking her active exploration stage?

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According to the transcript, which athlete's career path is used to exemplify Super's Career Development Theory?

Hidilyn Diaz

In Super's theory, what occurs during the 'Decline / Disengagement Stage' (65 years and above)?

Individuals reduce work responsibilities and prepare for retirement, focusing on personal life and leisure.

What virtue is developed during the final psychosocial stage, Integrity vs. Despair?

Wisdom