Erikson Stages

Stage 1: Infancy-- (0-1yr) Trust vs. Mistrust

Oct 31, 1959

Stage 2: Early Childhhood--(1-3yrs) Autonomy vs. Shame and Doubt

Period: Nov 16, 1960 to Oct 31, 1963

Stage 4: School Age-- (6-12yrs)

Period: Oct 31, 1964 to Oct 31, 1970

Stage 3: Play Age (3-6yrs) --Initiative vs. Guilt

Period: Oct 31, 1965 to Oct 31, 1968

Stage 5: Adolescence-- (12-19yrs) Identity vs. Confusion

Period: Oct 31, 1971 to Oct 31, 1983

Developing a sense of self. Jenny is forming her identity by examining her beliefs, goals, and values. She is questioning who she is, what she wants to become, and where she will fit into society as a functioning adult member rather than a dependent.

Stage 6: Early Adulthhood-- (20-25yrs) Intimacy vs. Isolation

Period: Oct 31, 1979 to Oct 31, 1984

Jenny is taking this time to invest in commitment to others. She is challenged as she builds relationships that feel safe. When this stage is completed successfully, she will come away with safe relationships filled with commitment and love.

Stage 7: Adulthood-- (26-64yrs) Generativity vs. Stagnation

Period: Oct 31, 1985 to Oct 31, 2023

Jenny is raising children with her partner while also contributing to charities or school fundraisers for her children and their school to better their academic environment and contribute to the community. She has a successful tutoring business she started through her kid's after-school program. When this stage is completed successfully, she will have the satisfaction of knowing she's needed, and that she has contributed to the success of her family, community, and her job.

Stage 8: Old Age-- (65-death) Integrity vs. Despair

Period: Oct 31, 2024 to Oct 31, 2044