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What is this stage?
This stage is the first stage in the theory of psychosocial development. It spans from birth to about 1 1/2 years of age. The primary caregiver, whether that be parent or guardian, is looked to in order to find consistency, trust, and stability in the relationship.

How does this relate to the person being faced with crisis?
I was fortunate to have a great relationship with my mother who provided my with trust, consistency, and stability in my infancy. I did resolve with this, as it created a lifelong relationship, that is positive may I add, with my mother. This allowed me to not only trust her, but trust others in my life, and know via instinct the difference between a good and bad relationship.

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"The trusting infant expects the world to be good and gratifying, so he feels confident about venturing out to explore it."

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What is this stage?
This stage is the second stage of psychosocial development. In this stage, children are between the ages of 1 1/2 to 3 years old. They are developing personal skills, as in physical and emotional, while becoming independent in their activities.

How does this relate to the person being faced with crisis?
My experience in this stage has heavily affected me throughout my lifetime. I was given the chance to be independent, which stuck with me to this day. I saw my mother not receiving help and taking all tasks on herself, which is something I struggled with today. Additionally, my ex-stepdad was extremely controlling to the both of us, which aided in my self-esteem issues that I still experience to this day. I have not resolved with this issue, as I still struggle with all the things first taught in this stage.

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"In sum, basic trust and autonomy grow out of warm, sensitive parenting and reasonable expectations for impulse control staring in the second year."

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What is this stage?
This is the third stage in psychosocial development. This stage occurs from the ages of 3 to 5. In this stage, the child receives social interaction and learns from that interaction.

How does this relate to the person being faced with crisis?
I was able to create relationships and be around other children my age, which allowed for me to learn how to interact with children. This was extremely beneficial to me when I was made to be a big-sister. I did resolve with this because like mentioned before, the tools I used in this stage were essential as I had a sibling.

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"As the word initiative suggests, young children have a new sense of purposefulness."

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What is this stage?
This is the fourth stage in the psychosocial development. This stage takes place between the ages of 5 and 12. In this stage, the child learns essential academic knowledge that will be the building block for their future.

How does this relate to the person being faced with crisis?
My experience in this stage was extremely important, as this was when my little sister was born. I did very well in school, which was also important as I learned all the essential tools I needed to be successful in my future. I did resolve with this, as I experienced things that helped me to understand the importance of education.

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"In cultures everywhere, adults respond to children's improved physical and cognitive capacities by making new demands, and children are ready to benefit from those challenges."

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What is this stage?
This is the fifth stage in the psychosocial development. Those in this stage are between the ages of 12-18. This stage is when the child becomes a full adolescent that is discovering themselves. They develop goals, values, and beliefs.

How does this relate to the person being faced with crisis?
This stage was extremely important for me, as I truly learned the basis for who I am as a person. I experienced a traumatic event at the age of 16, which heavily shaped who I am today. I did resolve this issue, as I discovered who I am, what my values and goals are, and what I believe, all of which are still important to me today.

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"For most young people, identity development is not traumatic and disturbing, but rather a process of exploration followed by a commitment."

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What is this stage?
This is the sixth stage of psychosocial development, which takes place between the ages of 18 and 40. Early in this stage, the person transitions between adolescence to adulthood. Also, this is when one creates long-lasting relationships with other people.

How does this relate to the person being faced with crisis?
This is the stage that I'm in currently, as I turned 20 within the last few months. I relate to this stage a lot, not only because it's the one that I'm in, but because I am getting married in 3 months. I have been lucky enough to find my soulmate already, which puts me further along in this stage than some. I am currently resolving with this issue, as, like I just stated, I am currently in it and experiencing building life-long, loving relationships.

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"Young adults establish intimate relationships."

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What is this stage?
This stage is the seventh stage of psychosocial development. The ages in this stage are between 40 and 65. In this stage, one is faced with what their imprint on the world will be. They are, essentially, making their mark on the world.

How does this relate to the person being faced with crisis?
This is not a stage that I have entered yet. But, I can envision what it will look like when I do. I believe that, for me, this stage will be comprised of my education career, and how I leave my "mark" on my students in my classroom. I have not resolved this issue, yet.

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"The person who fails in these ways feels an absence of meaningful accomplishment."

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What is this stage?
This stage is the eighth and final stage of psychosocial development. This is for those 65 years of age and above. In this stage one reflects on their accomplishments of what they have done in their lifetime.

How does this relate to the person being faced with crisis?
I am not yet in this stage, and have quite a bit of time before I enter into it. However, I can imagine what this stage will be like. I think it will be a lot of reflection on my life and what I have accomplished, especially in creating a family and my teaching career. It will be bittersweet, but will be exciting. I have not yet resolved this issue.

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"Integrity results from feeling that life was worth living as it happened."