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Jordan's First Year: Trust vs Mistrust
During Jordan's first year she was attended to by her mother who cared for her with attentiveness and consistency. Jordan learned that when she needed something, someone would be there to care for her. The infantile stage is where infant learn if the world is a safe place. During this time, the infant learns a sense of trust or mistrust of the world depending on if they are attended to consistently or inconsistently. -
Jordan's High School Years: Identity vs Role Confusion
During Jordan's high school years, she experimented with different friend groups, school clubs, questioned her beliefs, and decided her goals. During adolescence, individuals can explore who they are and who they want to be. Success in doing so results in identity. Failure results in role confusion: a struggle to define themselves or their place in society. -
Jordan in Her Twenties: Intimacy vs Isolation
Jordan entered a committed relationship in her early twenties that resulted in incredible mutual intimacy and support. Her and her partner have decided to marry. The early adulthood stage focuses on forming deep emotional connection. Intimacy is formed by these connections while retaining personal identity. Failure to commit or form binds results in isolation, which can lead to loneliness and withdrawal.