-
Sensorimotor
Children need love, attention and stimulation. Children learn through their senses. Children are completely dependent on others, says Erikson. -
Pre Operational
Autonomy vs. Shame. Learning right from wrong. Children build self-esteem. They also learn the word no, toilet training, walking, how to feed themselves and talking. -
Concrete Operational
Initiative vs. Guilt. Ages 3-6. Children learn to think for themselves. Learn symbolism and language. Association with objects. -
Formal Operational
Able to have abstract thoughts. Gain devotion and commitment. Gain strength by searching identity. -
Early Adolecence
Major physical changes. Industry vs. Inferiority. Relationship with peers start to gain importance. Begin to do independent work. -
Middle Adolescence
Ages 12-18. Identity vs. Role Confusion. Struggle with a need to fit in and be independent. Increase awareness on self and community. -
Late Adolescence
Search for more meaningful. Increase in self-esteem, self-identity is defined and your role in community. Become more selfless.