2. Erik Erikson developed a theory of personal and social development based on the influence of the environment He saw development of the emotional self and the consequent sense of identity as being inextricably linked to the environment of birth He saw life as a series of 8 stages; Erik Erikson
3. Infant develops sense of trust depending on relationship with mother Stage 1: Trust or MistrustAge- 0-1
4. Childs level of confidence depends on level of freedom given, to much control will lead to self doubt Stage 2: Self-confidence or self-doubtAge: 2-3
5. Child develops language and imagination, encouragement creates positive self image and being put down creates negative self image Stage 3: Positive or negative self imageAge: 4-5
6. Child begins to have close relationship with teachers STAGE 4: INDUSTRY OR INFERIORITYage: 6-11
7. Peers are influences, acceptance leads to security, while rejection leads to low self-esteem Stage 5: identity or confusionage: 12-18
8. Development of need for strong relationship Stage 6: intimacy or isolationage: young adult
9. Development of relationship with wider society Stage 7: other centeredness or self-centerednessage: middle age
10. Feel sense of accomplishment or despair Stage 8: success or failure age: elderly years
11. Erikson played great emphasis on children’s relationships with others such as teachers and peers He showed that they need to have positive reinforcements to allow for a positive self image Views and teaching on child’s development
