Erikson (Psychosocial Theory) Timeline PSY A150 (Lifespan Development): Clara Underwood
By mammothsun
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Autonomy versus Shame and Doubt
Chad (age three) has just begun to tolerate the experience of toilet training. As he experiences success in the training procedure, and pride in his own ability he also experiences an increased sense of autonomy. This represents the crux of Erikson's fifth stage of Psychosocial Theory, autonomy versus shame and doubt. -
Initiative versus Guilt
Chad grows, develops, turns five, and begins attending preschool in a center setting. His interests include arts, building with various materials, and riding tricycles, but most of his time is spent in the Block Area building elaborate structures. Adults in his life praise his efforts and he becomes confident in his skills, and as peers interact with his process and work he is not shamed as he navigates learning how to set appropriate boundaries and, at times, work collaboratively. -
Identity versus Role Confusion
As Chad becomes a teen, his interests and confidence stay strong and he is encouraged to apply to a STEAM-oriented high school program. Once accepted, he struggles in some subjects but, thanks to mentorship and a strong sense of identity and place, persists in pursuing building as expressed through engineering and architecture.
