PHASES OF LIFE
Certainly! The phases of life refer to the different stages an individual goes
through from birth to death. While there are various theories, one widely
recognized framework is Erik Erikson's theory of psychosocial development, which
outlines eight stages.
Here's a brief overview:
1. Infancy (0-18 months) - Trust vs. Mistrust. Infants learn to trust their
caregivers for basic needs. And in this stage of learning children experience
significant growth and development.
Here are some key aspects of this period:
•Exploration and Play: infants are naturally curious and love to
explore their environment. They use their senses to learn about the
world around them. Playtime is essential for their cognitive, physical,
and emotional development.
•Independence: As infants grow, they start showing signs of
independence. They may try to feed themselves, hold objects, or
crawl. Encouraging their independence helps build confidence.
•Communication: Although they can’t speak yet, infants communicate
through gestures, facial expressions, and sounds. They point at
objects they want, express joy, and sometimes get frustrated when
they can’t convey their needs effectively.
•Understanding Objects: Infants begin to understand the purpose of
everyday objects. For example, they recognize that a spoon is used
for eating or that a phone makes sounds when pressed.
