Question

2. Discuss the Erikson’s Psychosocial theory for each of the five age groups and describe how the medical assistant could use this information when working with patients of that age group.

Answer 1

The Erikson’s Psychosocial theory for each of the five age groups are -

1 - Self Actualisation(1-10 years)

The realisation of yourself, who you are and what is the purpose of your life.

2 - Self Esteem(10-20 years)

The confidence you gain to achieve your goals.

3 - Love and belonging(20-30years)

You make friends and new relationship who are important to you.They support you during your ups and down.

4 - Safety needs(30-40)

The safety and security we need for our families and for our futures.

5 - Physiological needs(40 and above)

Food, clothes and shelter,the basic need to live our lives.

By identifing the age group, the medical assistant can find the Psychosocial development that the patient is going through and in this way she can decide what is best for the patient accordingly.