My Erikson Timeline by Madison Percy

Stage 1: Trust vs. Mistrust

mpercy7 — 2024-12-10 03:08:12 UTC

During this stage the infant is learning how to trust his or hers caregiver. This stage develops between the ages of birth through 18 months. This is because during this time the infant is helpless and isn't able to care for themselves so they have to learn how to rely on someone else such as whoever their caregiver may be to take care of their needs/wants. After speaking with my parents they had told me that when I would start to get upset they would pick me up and rock me in their arms so that I would be able to calm down. It would take me a minute to stop fussing according to both my parents but in the end I was able to trust them and let them help me calm down. In Mc Graw Hill, it states "A child who first successfully developed a sense of trust would be in a particularly good position to develop this strength..." I believe that during this my resolution was to trust my parents because moments like this helped me be able to trust not just my parents but also others as well

Stage 2: Autonomy vs. Shame and Doubt

mpercy7 — 2024-12-10 03:29:04 UTC

In stage two it is developed between ages two and three. During the toddler years they are learning how to be independent and making their own choices. By learning how to be independent the toddler is learning a sense of autonomy or experiencing feelings such as shame and doubt about the actions they are making if being over criticized. As I was going through this stage myself my parents had always told me I was a picky eater and that I only wanted certain food such as corn dogs or chicken nuggets. Thinking about Eriksons theory I feel this was a sense of me gaining independence of what foods I liked and didn't. Being able to make my own choices on what I wanted to eat. In Mc Graw Hill it states " as children are better able to make their wishes understood, they become more powerful and independent. Because unlimited freedom is neither safe nor healthy, said Erickson, shame and doubt also have a necessary place. Toddlers need adults to set appropriate limits, and shame and doubt help them recognize the need for those limits." Even though I was a picky eater and had choices on what I wanted my parents would still set limits on what I could and couldn't do. My parents would still have me eat whatever was made for dinner whether I liked it or not I still had to try it. They always told me "you don't know if you don't like it until you try it."

Stage 3: Initiative vs. Guilt

mpercy7 — 2024-12-10 19:29:06 UTC

During stage three it is developed between the ages of three to five. Throughout these years the child is gaining self-esteem and a sense of self control. Children will often do this through exploring and interacting with their peers. At a young age myself my parents had always given me chores to finish and I had to have them done or there would be consequences. My chores were my biggest responsibility one of them being to make sure my room was always clean. When it came to bedtime if my room wasn't clean my mom would be upset and would lecture me about keeping a clean room. At the moment I would feel guilty because I didn't do what my mom had said and I always felt like I had let her down. In McGraw Hill it states "if you feel ashamed after getting caught doing something others think is bad, that might keep you from doing it again." I might've felt bad in the moment but it definitely did not keep me from keeping my room clean. There were more times when I didn't do what I was told.

Stage 4: Industry vs. Inferiority

mpercy7 — 2024-12-10 19:49:50 UTC

Industry vs. inferiority happens between the ages of five to eleven years old. During this stage children begin to develop a sense of pride in their accomplishments and abilities. Thinking back to when I was this age I remember learning how to ride a bike. I remember getting upset because I couldn't keep my balance. I remember falling so many times and getting cuts and scrapes on my knees, but I also remember my parents helping me and encouraging me through this entire process. Telling me that I could do it and that practice makes perfect. My parents never gave up on me at this moment and because of that I never gave up on myself. In McGraw Hill it states " if children are unable to obtain praise of others or lack motivation and self-esteem, they may develop a feeling of low self-worth and thus develop a sense of inferiority." Throughout my years of my childhood I can say that my parents always supported my decisions even if it wasn't ones they agreed with because of this I was taught not only to believe in myself but also to praise others.

Stage 5: Identity vs. Role Confusion

mpercy7 — 2024-12-10 20:08:40 UTC

In stage five this occurs during adolescence from ages 12 to 18. Where children learn that they have different social roles and explore the complexity of identity. As I was entering middle school I wasn't really sure where I fit in. I was in band but I was also an athlete and I was also very focused on my academics or for some called a "geek." I never truly figured out where I fit into society until maybe high school and even then I am still learning about who I am as a person and finding what my purpose is. In McGraw Hill it states "Identity forms as your people resolve three major issues: the choice of an occupation, the adoption of values to live by, and the development of a satisfying sexual identity." For me to figure out where I fit in with these categories it took a lot of making mistakes and growing from them along with a lot of thinking. At the end of the day I have these somewhat figured out but I'm only 19 and still have lots more growing to do so it can change at any time.

Stage 6: Intimacy vs. Isolation

mpercy7 — 2024-12-10 20:19:54 UTC

During stage six adults are able to form close relationships, involving emotional openness, trust, and a sense of connection. This stage happens between ages 19-40 years old. As I've only been 19 for a few much I haven't experienced much from this stage in my life. I mean yes I am close with my family and friends but from outside of that I haven't really experienced what a good relationship is like. Personally I am not upset about it because I am still young and have plenty of time to form these types of relationships. Some might think I keep myself isolated but I promise I am not, yes I like my space and like to be alone sometimes but I am a very outgoing person.

Stage 7: Generativity vs. Stagnation

mpercy7 — 2024-12-10 20:27:28 UTC

This stage happens during middle adulthood between ages 40 to 65 years. During this stage the adult may be concerned with establishing and guiding others or feels personal impoverishment. I don't really have much of my own experience with this stage yet but I can say as an aunt to three little girls it can be very hard because as their aunt I want to be able to be the best example that I can be and it's not just only with them I also want to set a good example for my students at the daycare I work at.

Stage 8: Integrity vs. despair

mpercy7 — 2024-12-10 20:33:16 UTC

In stage eight this is usually where in the late adulthood the adults may achieve acceptance of their own life. Allowing themselves to accept death or they may despair over inability to relive life. As I get older I hope that I am able to enjoy my life like I am now and when the time comes I will be able to come to acceptance and rethink back to my entire life with a smile on my face.

Who will I be analyzing?

mpercy7 — 2024-12-10 20:35:28 UTC

In this timeline I will be talking about my own experiences throughout Eriksons developmental theory.