Most important stage for success in life;
begin to search for a sense of self and personal identity

Psychologist who created psychosocial theory

Stage 2;
Gradually become more independent
Ability to withstand delayed gratification
Learns to control bodily function

Active, energetic
Strong imagination
Developing conscience (superego)

A child is having trouble potty training and feels shameful when still having to wear pullups

rapidly developing years in a childs life;
become very curious and ask many questions

Interrelation of social factors and individual thoughts and behavior

Stage 1;
when you are completley dependent on others

When you are dependent on others for survival.
Narcissistic.

A child is placed in a lower reading level than his peers and feels inferior.

Strive to master new and complex skills such as math, reading, and writing

Total focus & concern for oneself

Stage 3;
children grow curious and begin to explore more and feel guilty when scolded for doing so

May have identity crisis as you explore personal values, beliefs, and goals

Child feels good in helping mother clean the house even if task is not completed.

Importance of caregiver-child relationship
Importance of consistency of care

Having freedom of your own controls

stage 5;
Preoccupied w/ physical appearance
Heterosexual relationships
Integrate their concepts & values w/ others

Motivated to complete tasks.
Collectors.
Learn to compete, cooperate & cope effectively w/others.

Adam was struggling to figure out who he was, but jumped into a relationship after seeing all his friends do the same (did not end well)

child tries to become autonomous by learning to complete task on their own

The need to maintain sameness & reliability which provides a sense of comfort

stage 4;
children begin to learn more complex things as the foundation for further education

Try to do become more independent and do task such as getting dressed, on your own.

The baby cries in its crib, trusting that mom or dad will come pick her up and tend to her