Self Concept

Question 1

Trust vs. mistrust: birth-18 months

Answer 1

Learns to trust others through the quality of the caregiving - distinguishes self from the environment

Question 2

Autonomy vs. shame: 18 months-3 years

Answer 2

Begin to communicate likes and dislikes - self control and independence, appreciates body appearance

Question 3

Initiative vs. guilt: 3-5 years

Answer 3

Imaginative, identifies with gender, enhancement of self awareness, increases language skills

Question 4

Industry vs. inferiority: 6-12 years

Answer 4

Starts to engage in tasks and activities, needs input from peers, increases self esteem with new skill mastery

Question 5

Identity vs. role confusion: 12-19 years

Answer 5

Accepts body changes, sexual maturity - starts to examine attitudes, beliefs, values and makes goals for the future

Question 6

Intimacy vs. isolation: young adult-mid 40s

Answer 6

Positive self image, looks for intimate partnership, experiences successful role transitions and increased responsibility

Question 7

Generativity vs. self absorption: mid 40s-60s

Answer 7

Able to accept aging, reassess life goals

Question 8

Integrity vs. despair: mid 60s-death

Answer 8

Feels positive about life and it’s meaning, looks to providing a legacy