Theories of Human Development

23We know what we are, but know not what we may ShakespeareConsider the above quote by Shakespeare, from the perspective of a person who is unfamiliar with Human Development and the multiple changes of transformation that take place from the moment of birth and long into the future lifespan. Imagine looking at newborn babies bundled in blankets, resting peacefully in their bas-sinets. You may know what is seen but you are unable to know what may observation it is clear that there is difference in size, shape, color tone, level of activity, and even the degree to which hair is present. Some may be quiet with eyes closed, sleeping, while others clearly in stress are red faced and screaming.

the demands put on the individual by parents and society (Erikson, 1982; Stevens, 1983) Erikson’s Stages of Psychosocial Development are presented in Table 2.2. As you review the brief description of each stage, note how the resolution of any one stage may pave the way for subsequent stages. For example, the

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