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Erickson Timeline Assignment

  • Intimacy VS. Isolation

    Intimacy VS. Isolation
    Jenn and Junior commit to a long-term relationship and opt to move in together. During this crisis, the key conflict is opening oneself up to the risks of devotion to a long-term partner, or restraining from the risk, and isolating oneself.
  • Generativity Vs. Stagnation

    Generativity Vs. Stagnation
    Jenn picks up a second job to provide for her two children. During this crisis, one faces the decision of sacrificing personal interests for the provision of care for dependents, alternatively remaining egocentric and plateauing personal development.
  • Ego Integrity Vs. Despair

    Ego Integrity Vs. Despair
    Jenn's provider begins palliative care as Jenn reaches the end stages of her life, moving in with her eldest and reflecting on the wonderful and successful life she lived. During this crisis, one summarizes and reflects on all the events and milestones that took place within their lifetime, good and bad, concluding it was a commending life. Rather, grieving and dissatisfaction with the life they wish they lived.