social relationships, developing a sense of self
"How can I be good/competent?"
birth-18 months
age 3-5 years old
"Who am I?"
ages 65+
age 40-65 years old
"Will I be loved or will I be alone?"
age 6-11 years old
getting needs met through crying, learning to trust caregiver
"Am I good or bad?"
parenthood, work, mentoring, contributing to the next generation
age 11-18 years old
"Can I do things on my own or am I reliant on others?"
playing, exploring
toilet training, picking out own clothes
"Can I trust the world around me?"
age 18 months-2 or 3 years old
"Did I live a meaningful life?"
"How can I contribute to the world?"
reflection on life, facing mortality, resolving regrets
forming emotionally intimate relationships
ages 18-40 years old
developing competence in school, play
