Erik Erikson Conceptualized the Life Span as a Series of Crises

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Essay

Erik Erikson conceptualized the life span as a series of crises with which individuals must cope.Briefly describe the various stages in his approach,then focus on the psychological bonding that occurs during an infant's development of attachment.How is attachment studied and what have developmental psychologists learned about the various types of attachment and its consequences? Briefly relate the ideas of attachment theory to Erikson's thoughts about development of trust,will,competence,and purpose.

Understand the concept of social organization and its detection through archaeological evidence.

Comprehend the ideologies and systemic structures of social discrimination and inequality, such as apartheid.

Recognize the formation of social groups based on gender, age, and social rank.

Familiarize with the efforts to abolish systemic social inequalities, such as the caste system.

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Definitions:

Defensive Self-esteem

A form of self-esteem that is fragile and vulnerable, often resulting in defensive reactions to criticism or perceived threats.

Possible Selves

Concepts individuals hold about who they might become, who they hope to become, or who they fear becoming in the future.

Self-efficacy

Someone's conviction in their competence to perform tasks needed for certain achievements.

Reciprocal Determinism

A concept in psychology that posits an individual's behavior is both influenced by and influences their personal factors and the environment.