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Life Span Theory Of Middle Adulthood

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In middle adulthood, ages (40-65) known as generativity vs. stagnation Erickson proposed this life span theory as struggle in middle adulthood. “Generativity is the ability to transcend personal interests to provide care and concern for younger and older generations” (Crain, William, 2011). This theory suggests that older people have the ability to give care, guidance, and inspiration to the younger generation, in addition, to providing for the older generation, such as aging parents or family members.

In her middle adulthood years Kathleen experienced many losses. It was due to the loss of her husband, mother, father, and son that she began to embrace her religion. She said that she has always felt close to God, and these difficult struggles

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