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Trust Vs. Mistrust is the first stage of Erik Erikson's theory of development, which occurs during the first year of life. During this stage infants develop a sense of trust or mistrust based on the consistency and reliability of their caregivers in meeting their basic needs for food and comfort. If their needs are met, the infant develops a sense of trust in the world and in others. However, if caregivers fail to meet these needs or are inconsistent, the infant may develop a sense of mistrust and become hesitant to form close relationships with others. The resolution of this stage sets the foundation for later stages of psychosocial development. After speaking with my niece and her mom I found that because of how well she was taken care of and how often her needs were always met, she had developed a secure attachment with mom and dad.

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Autonomy Vs. Shame and Doubt is the second stage of Erik Erikson's theory of psychosocial development, which occurs during early childhood, typically between the ages of one and three. During this stage, children develop a sense of autonomy as they begin to explore their environment and show independence. They learn to control their bodily functions, communicate their needs and desires, and engage in self-care activities. However, if caregivers are overly restrictive or critical of the child's attempts at independence, the child may develop a sense of shame and doubt about their abilities. The resolution of this stage involves finding a balance between autonomy and shame,where the child feels capable of making choices and taking risks, but also feels supported and encouraged by caregivers. When I talked with my niece and her mom I found out that she has been given opportunities to explore and make choices within safe limits. For example she was always walking around and exploring things when she was learning to walk. This allowed her to develop a sense of independence and control over herself and her environment.

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Initiative vs. guilt is the third stage of Erik Erikson's theory of psychosocial development, which occurs during early childhood, typically between the ages of three and six. During this stage, children develop a sense of initiative as they begin to plan and carry out activities and projects. They become more curious about the world around them, ask questions, and seek information. Children also begin to develop a sense of responsibility and a desire to contribute to their family and community. However, if caregivers are overly critical or dismissive of the child's attempts at initiative, the child may develop a sense of guilt and become hesitant to take risks or try new things. The resolution of this stage involves finding a balance between initiative and guilt, where the child feels encouraged to explore and take on new challenges, but also feels supported and validated by caregivers. I found that my niece has been encourage to express herself creatively and has been given opportunities to take on new challenges, which has fostered a sense of purpose and initiative

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Industry vs. inferiority is the fourth stage of Erik Erikson's theory of psychosocial development, which occurs during middle childhood, typically between the ages of six and eleven. During this stage, children develop a sense of industry as they begin to take on more complex tasks and projects, such as schoolwork, sports, and hobbies. They become more focused on developing skills and competencies, and seek out opportunities to demonstrate their abilities. Children also begin to compare themselves to their peers and seek validation from others. However, if children experience repeated failures or setbacks, or if they receive negative feedback from others, they may develop a sense of inferiority and feel inadequate or incompetent. The resolution of this stage involves finding a balance between industry and inferiority, where the child feels capable and competent, but also recognizes that success and failure are a normal part of learning and growth. My niece will be experiencing this in the next month. Because she is going to be having new opportunities to learn new skills, if she receives positive feedback for her efforts, she should develop a sense of competence and industry.

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Identity vs. role confusion is the fifth stage of Erik Erikson's theory of psychosocial development, which occurs during adolescence, typically between the ages of twelve and eighteen. During this stage, adolescents begin to develop a sense of identity as they explore different roles and possibilities for their future. They become more focused on defining their values, beliefs, and goals, and seek out opportunities to express themselves and assert their independence. Adolescents also begin to form close relationships with peers and romantic partners, which can influence their sense of identity. However, if adolescents are unable to develop a clear sense of identity, or if they feel pressure to conform to others' expectations, they may experience role confusion and feel unsure of who they are or what they want. The resolution of this stage involves finding a sense of identity that is authentic and meaningful to the individual, and that allows them to navigate the challenges and opportunities of adulthood. While my niece has not yet reached this stage I can predict that if she has a strong sense of self and has been encouraged to explore her interests and values, she may be more likely to develop a clear sense of identity.