Theory of psycosocial development
The Theory of Psychosocial Development In order to design a family oriented commercial that will target a family member at various stages in life I will first need to explain Erikson’s psychosocial theory for development. I will start by defining and describing each stage of Erikson’s theory, and then give an analysis of a character that best shows these stages. Doing so will help the advertising firm of the amusement part to develop a commercial targeting various developmental stages.
Erikson’s Theory The first stage of Erikson’s theory is trust versus mistrust, and is 18months and younger. It is important that the baby develop a close bond with the mother in order to trust and feel safe. In this stage it is very important the child feels loved, is feed, and is taken care of physically and emotionally. If not the child could suffer from anxiety and could later lead to having social issues, or feel uncomfortable around people. “By developing a sense of trust, the infant can have hope that as new crises arise, there is a real possibility that other people will be there are a source of support. Failing to acquire the virtue of hope will lead to the development of fear (Saul Mcleod, 2008.)” The next stage is autonomy versus shame and doubt, and is when the child is a toddler under 3. In this stage of life the child is becoming more and more independent, and start is able to make small choices. In this stage it is important to have appropriate timing on when to start certain task, not to start too soon or too late and risk affecting the child emotionally. It is a good idea not to only correct the child but to give positive criticism and help to build self-esteem. By always negatively criticizing the child you are setting them up to think they can’t do anything right.
Third is initiative versus guilt and last until the age of five. During this stage the child is getting older and developing a real sense of self and own personality. The
Erikson’s Theory The first stage of Erikson’s theory is trust versus mistrust, and is 18months and younger. It is important that the baby develop a close bond with the mother in order to trust and feel safe. In this stage it is very important the child feels loved, is feed, and is taken care of physically and emotionally. If not the child could suffer from anxiety and could later lead to having social issues, or feel uncomfortable around people. “By developing a sense of trust, the infant can have hope that as new crises arise, there is a real possibility that other people will be there are a source of support. Failing to acquire the virtue of hope will lead to the development of fear (Saul Mcleod, 2008.)” The next stage is autonomy versus shame and doubt, and is when the child is a toddler under 3. In this stage of life the child is becoming more and more independent, and start is able to make small choices. In this stage it is important to have appropriate timing on when to start certain task, not to start too soon or too late and risk affecting the child emotionally. It is a good idea not to only correct the child but to give positive criticism and help to build self-esteem. By always negatively criticizing the child you are setting them up to think they can’t do anything right.
Third is initiative versus guilt and last until the age of five. During this stage the child is getting older and developing a real sense of self and own personality. The