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Sigmund Freud (age 31) and Martha got married after a 4 year engagement, forming a lasting bond. The crisis of this stage involves forming lasting relationships based on emotional closeness (intimacy) versus remaining distant due to fear of vulnerability (isolation). -
Freud, at age 49 published, Three Essays on the Theory of Sexuality, a major work that shaped the field of psychology. The crisis of this stage between contributing to society and guiding the next generation (generativity) or feeling unproductive (stagnation). -
Freud (age 83) passed away in London. Despite facing untreatable cancer, he continued publishing his writings, leaving a lasting impact and having a sense of fulfillment. The crisis of this stage is feeling satisfied with one's accomplishments (ego integrity) or experiencing guilt over missed opportunities (despair).