Psychosocial Theory is a stage theory of personality development
through the lifespan given by Erik Erikson.
- The stages are well defined and hold across time and cultures
making it guide for individual development.
- Psychosocial crises and development of personality for better
or worse at each stage serve as a guide for individual differences
between individuals at the same stage.
- The theory acts as a guide for a normal and healthy development
though the lifespan , including seperate stages for adulthood.
- Broad and integrated framework which emphasizes on role of
social interactions and relationships.