Erikson was born June 15,1902 in Frankfurt,

Germany
His parents separated before he was born and his mother took care of him. When he finished high school, Erikson spent some time traveling throughout Europe. Erikson studied psychoanalysis and earned a certificate from the Vienna Psychoanalytic Society

In the New York Times, he said

"You see a child play and it is so close to seeing

an artist paint, for in play a child says things without uttering a word. You can see how he solves his problems. You can also see what's wrong. Young children, especially, have enormous creativity, and whatever's in them rises to the surface in free play."

Trust vs. Mistrust

(Birth to between 12-18 months)
The baby develops sense of whether world is a good

and safe place. Each time an infants need is adequately met- wether these needs are for food, a diaper change or rest then the baby develops trust and security

If care is inadequate, insensitive or

inconsistent, however, the child is more likely to develop a sense of mistrust.

Feeling of withdraw from other,

insecure, unworthy of care VIRTUE: HOPE

Autonomy vs. Shame & Doubt

(Early childhood, or between 12 18 mos. To 3 years.

Battle of wills with their adult caregivers or the

desire of the child to do things on his own. Exploration of the environment and the sense of separation from caregivers develops

 A child develops a healthy sense of

accomplishment, self-control and selfesteem with the opportunities for him to explore and do things on his own.
Over protectiveness may develop a sense

of doubt or shame over his lack of self control. VIRTUE: WILL

Initiative vs. Guilt

(3 to 6 years)
Sense of purpose and responsibility develops

when adults supports initiatives like arranging toys and cleaning the room. However, disapproval by adults makes children feel guilty and inadequate in initiating because of fear.

VIRTUE: PURPOSE

Industry vs. Inferiority

(Middle Childhood, between 6 to 11 years)

A child who is able to develop his skills and discover what he can be good at develops a sense of competence and motivation to learn and improve himself further. If the childs efforts are frequently met with criticism and failure, then he is vulnerable to

feelings of inadequacy and inferiority.

VIRTUE: SKILL

Identity vs. Identity Confusion

(11 20 years)

Identity crisis may occur in this stage because of the

experimentation with possible roles and alternative values and lifestyles. (e.g. experimenting with diff. fashions, joining clubs and skill related activities.

VIRTUE: FIDELITY

Intimacy vs. Isolation

(Young Adulthood)
Period wherein a person seeks to have

commitment with others. If unsuccessful, a person may suffer from isolation VIRTUE: LOVE

Generativity vs. Stagnation

(Middle Adulthood)
In this stage, a person is most likely to be

thinking about his legacy and what he can do to guide the next generation. If an adult does not give a good contribution to the society, he may feel unproductive or stagnant.

Midlife Crisis
An adult may reassess his life and the decisions he has

made. Those who have been satisfied with their choices and had few regrets may have a smoother middle adulthood. Those who had many regrets or resist the truth about aging may tend to relive youthful fantasies. (ex. a middle aged man showing love for a young woman)

VIRTUE: CARE

Integrity vs. Despair

(60s and beyond)
Older adult achieves acceptance of life

allowing acceptance of death or else despairs over the inability to relive life VIRTUE: WISDOM