Question

Match List I with List II:

LIST I (Erikson’s Developmental Task)		LIST II (Developmental Stage)
A	Autonomy vs. Shame and Doubt	I	Late Adulthood
B	Initiative vs. Guilt	II	Toddler
C	Generativity vs. Stagnation	III	Early Childhood
D	Ego Integrity vs. Despair	IV	Middle Adulthood

Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

• A. A-I, B-II, C-III, D-IV
• B. A-II, B-III, C-IV, D-I
• C. A-III, B-IV, C-II, D-I
• D. A-IV, B-I, C-II, D-III

Answer 1

The Correct Option is B

Erikson’s psychosocial development stages describe tasks associated with each life stage:

• Autonomy vs. Shame and Doubt (A): This occurs during the toddler years (II), focusing on independence and self-control.
• Initiative vs. Guilt (B): Present in early childhood (III), it involves exploring and initiating activities while learning to balance ambition with guilt.
• Generativity vs. Stagnation (C): During middle adulthood (IV), individuals strive to contribute to society through work, parenting, or mentorship.
• Ego Integrity vs. Despair (D): Occurs in late adulthood (I), where individuals reflect on their life and seek a sense of fulfillment or risk despair.