2. In the second year of life the child faces the crisis between whether they gain a feeling of autonomy or a feeling of doubt and shame. They will try things out for themselves and if they are encouraged and praised for their efforts by their parents and carers they will develop confidence and a feeling of being in control of themselves and adequate.
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Between their sixth and twelfth year a child who has successfully passed through the previous stages will face the crises between industry versus inferiority. The child is not only influenced by his or her immediate family but by wider social groups including their neighbours, school friends, teachers and other groups they belong to. If they are successful at this stage they will develop competence in intellectual, social and physical skills.
5. The child then passes in the Adolescent stage. During this stage the child struggles with his or her sense of identity and confusion related to this. They are very influenced by their peer group and significant role models such as celebrities, family members and even fictitious characters. Success during this stage leads to an integrated image of themselves and a respect for themselves as a unique and valued person.
6. The person then passes into Early Adulthood during which they face the challenge of forming deep intimate relationships or isolation. Success at this stage is influenced by their friendships, partners and sexual relationships. Success leads to their ability to form close, lasting relationships and the ability to cooperate and compete with