Erikson Stages: Molly McQueen

Middle Childhood: Industry vs. Inferiority

Sep 25, 2000

At age 6, Molly McQueen was cast to dance a lead solo in a ballet performance. In Erikson's fourth stage Industry vs. Inferiority, this crisis is involved her completing a task which demonstrated skill accomplishment and a sense of competency and pride (Industry), as opposed feeling a lack of self-confidence (Inferiority).

Adolescence: Identity vs. Identity Confusion

Jun 12, 2006

At age 12, Molly McQueen spent her first summer away from home and attended a summer camp where she established new friendships and became confident in her actual self. According to Erikson's fifth stage, Identity vs. Identity Confusion, this crisis includes the development of a secure sense of self (Identity) or not having a coherent understanding of ones identity and independence (Identity Confusion).

Early Adulthood: Intimacy vs. Isolation

Dec 20, 2012

At age 19, Molly McQueen said yes to becoming engaged and committing to a life long relationship. In Erikson's sixth stage Intimacy vs.Isolation, this engagement was the capstone in maintaining a strong relationship with her significant other (Intimacy) rather than failing to establish a committed relationship and resulting in loneliness (Isolation).