Deck 2: Erikson: Eight Stages of the Life Cycle

Question 1

While Freud emphasized internal psychosexual conflict in personality development, Erikson recognized that __________________ plays a significant role in shaping a child's sense of self.

A) self-absorption
B) integration
C) the social environment
D) the physical environment

Answer 1

C

Question 2

According to the text, ____________ occurs when adolescents assume a preordained role without question.

A) identity formation
B) autonomy development
C) identity foreclosure
D) psychosocial development

Answer 2

C

Question 3

________________ in adolescence is a cornerstone of Erikson's theory.

A) Psychosocial development
B) Self-absorption
C) Trust
D) Identity formation

Answer 3

D

Question 4

Each of the eight stages of the human lifecycle is marked by a _________________ that is resolved on a continuum between opposing positive and negative outcomes.

A) self-absorption crisis
B) normative developmental crisis
C) crisis involving trust versus mistrust
D) psychological moratorium

Question 5

Which of the following developmental crises is experienced in school-aged children and is represented by the developmental struggle "I can make friends and do things well versus nobody likes me and I'm stupid"?

A) Industry versus inferiority
B) Autonomy versus shame and doubt
C) Intimacy versus isolation
D) Initiative versus guilt

Question 6

Which of the following developmental crises is experienced in preschool and is represented by the developmental struggle "I can control my busyness versus what I do is bad"?

A) Industry versus inferiority
B) Autonomy versus shame and doubt
C) Intimacy versus isolation
D) Initiative versus guilt

Question 7

Which of the following developmental crises is experienced in young adults and is represented by the developmental struggle "I share who I am with special others versus I am alone and I have nothing to share"?

A) Industry versus inferiority
B) Autonomy versus shame and doubt
C) Intimacy versus isolation
D) Initiative versus guilt

Question 8

According to Erikson, personality is formed as a result of the resolution of normative developmental crises, leaving people with both strengths and weaknesses.

Question 9

Erikson's theory of psychosocial development is based on the premise that humans interact with an ever-widening circle of people, beginning with mother and ending with humankind in general.

Question 10

Identity diffusion means being productive and learning from failures.

Question 11

Self-absorbed adults are productive members of society, guiding the younger generation, caring for elders, and contributing their talents for the betterment of all.