Generativity vs. Stagnation
cultivated a comprehensive understanding of self related to their societal and
cultural settings (e.g., family, work, and culture). This mature view of self
includes an understanding of strengths, abilities, skills, and interests that
help them to cope with their many responsibilities. Because of this, many
report interest in guiding members of the younger generation to help them to
gain a better understand of themselves. This is a key goal of adults in this
developmental period.
Discuss how Erikson’s stage of psychosocial development of
generativity vs. stagnation motivates the decisions made by adults during
middle adulthood.
How do roles like kinkeeper or parental caretaker affect
adults’ self-care (e.g., physical, social, and psychological)?
Propose strategies for helping clients who are members of
the sandwich generation to protect them from physical and psychological
problems because of increased responsibilities.
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