Erik Erikson was a psychologist originally from Germany. He began his career in art. After attending school with Anna Freud, Erikson began to study psychoanalysis through because of her encouragement. He is now known for the production of the eight stages of development which is an expansion of Freud 's five steps. Each stage is a momentous point in life. They involve certain criteria that have to be worked through so one can live a balanced and wholesome life. Those who do not master the task will have a hard time moving through life successfully. Our experiences and the way we individually work through them create a one-of a-kind character.
The first stage is infancy; it lasts slightly longer than the first year of life. Babies count on their parents or primary caregivers for their survival. If the parent is loving, comforting and meets the infant 's needs and wants, he or she will gain a sense of predictability and trust for its environment. If the maintainer is neglectful and handles the infant badly he or she will mistrusts them and becomes fearful of its surroundings.
I was the first born so; my parents were able to give me the majority of their focus. My mom said that the day was usually relaxed and simple. It would mainly consist of them making things comforting for me. I would be bathed and rocked before each nap and would sit in the same rocking chair or the same spot in the kitchen for each feeding. On account of my mom spending the most time with me I was a "momma 's girl". I would settle down quickly and eat the best for her. I was a patient, easygoing and trusting infant.
Toddler hood is the second stage. This occurs from a half a year old to three years old. The young ones relationship with its parent is still very important at this stage. If a young child is surrounded by people that applaud independent and self-sustaining behaviors like walking, talking and using the potty they will have confidence in
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