Psychosocial Development Theories Quiz

Erik Erikson is associated with the psychosocial development theory.

The central task during infancy, according to Erik Erikson, is establishing trust versus mistrust.

The stage of Initiative vs. Guilt typically occurs during early childhood in Erikson's theory.

The key concept in Erikson's psychosocial development theory is psychosocial crises.

Jean Piaget is known for the theory of cognitive development.

Erikson terms the period during which a person faces a major developmental crisis as a psychosocial crisis.

Adolescence in Erikson's theory involves the conflict between identity and role confusion.

The primary focus during young adulthood, according to Erikson, is love.

The main difference lies in the focus: Freud's stages focus on biological factors, while Erikson's stages focus on social factors.

The central concern during the stage of Generativity vs. Stagnation is between caring for others and becoming self-absorbed.

The primary task during Autonomy vs. Shame and Doubt is developing self-control and independence for the child.

The primary focus during the stage of Identity vs. Role Confusion is developing a sense of self.

Wisdom vs. Stagnation is not one of Erikson's psychosocial stages.

One critique not associated with Erikson's theory is that it disregards the influence of unconscious desires.

The primary conflict during Integrity vs. Despair involves reflecting on life's meaning and purpose.

The last stage of Erikson's psychosocial development theory is Ego Integrity vs. Despair.

The primary conflict during Generativity vs. Stagnation is between guiding the next generation and feeling unproductive.

The main focus during the stage of Ego Integrity vs. Despair is reflecting on life.