What are Erikson's eight stages of psychosocial development?

Erik Erikson proposed eight stages spanning the entire lifespan. Trust versus mistrust in infancy develops through consistent caregiving. Autonomy versus shame and doubt in toddlerhood develops through exploration and choice. Initiative versus guilt in early childhood develops through purposeful play. Industry versus inferiority in middle childhood develops through mastery and achievement. Identity versus role confusion in adolescence develops through self-exploration. Intimacy versus isolation in young adulthood develops through close relationships.