Question

How are all 3 theories Erikson's Psychosocial Development theory, Baumrind's Parenting Styles and Kubler-Ross Stages of Grief similar?

Answer 1

There are certain interconnections among theories Erikson's Psychosocial Development theory, Baumrind's Parenting Styles and Kubler-Ross Stages of Grief. These theories emphasize upon the psychological adjustment or coping mechanism of an individual.

In the theory of psychosocial development, Erikson discusses about different but related stages in life in which we face unique challenges that either propel us forward in growth and self-actualization or stall us. During the stages of life if we acquire the effective way of psychosocial skills that will help us to cope with life changes, prepare for a productive and meaningful life ahead (in other stages of life).

Parents have influence on our skill development. As we mature and are exposed to peer relationships, we may observe and adopt different ways of thinking and behaving. The relationship between parent and child seems to set the tone for how we approach not only future relationships but life, in general. Researches show the critical influence of parenting on the development of independent, self-assured, and driven individuals. Parenting styles of our parents teach us how to become an adaptable person. Children grown up under appropriate and effective parenting style may have better resilience or psychological adjustment to the situational changes throughout the life.

In her theory Elizabeth Kübler-Ross proposed five stages of grief: denial, anger, bargaining, depression, and acceptance. Most individuals experience these stages, but the stages may occur in different orders, depending on the individual’s psychological strength. In addition, not all people experience all of the stages. It is their individual coping mechanism or psychological adjustment that they decide how to see death or terminal illness.