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WRITTEN ASSIGNMENT
Table of contents
Part A    3
1.    3
2.    3
Part B    4
1.    4
2.    5
3.    6
References    7
Part A
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    Erikson's generativity-versus-stagnation stage and ego-integrity-versus-despair stage are both related to middle and late adulthood. Generativity-versus-stagnation involves being productive, leaving a positive legacy, and giving back to the next generation, whereas ego-integrity-versus-despair involves reflecting on one's life and accepting it with a sense of integrity and wisdom. These two stages are not mutually exclusive and can coexist in the same individual, depending on their life experiences and personal growth. Three examples of generativity-versus-stagnation are volunteering, mentoring, and engaging in social activism. By volunteering, individuals can contribute to society and make a positive impact on others, which can provide a sense of purpose and fulfillment (Chen et al., 2021). Mentoring allows individuals to pass on their knowledge and skills to younger generations, which can help them succeed in their personal and professional lives. Engaging in social activism can also provide opportunities to advocate for causes that individuals believe in, which can help them feel connected to a community and leave a positive legacy. Three examples of ego-integrity-versus-despair are feeling content with one's life, accepting death, and sharing one's life story with others. Feeling content with one's life involves being satisfied with one's accomplishments, relationships, and overall life experiences. Accepting death involves coming to terms with the inevitability of death and finding peace with it. Sharing one's life story with others can provide a sense of purpose and can help individuals reflect on their life experiences and personal growth.
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    The outcomes of generativity-versus-stagnation can be affected by several factors. Positive outcomes are more likely if individuals have a supportive social network, engage in meaningful work, and maintain a sense of purpose. For example, individuals who have a strong support system may be more likely to engage in activities that promote generativity, such as volunteering or mentoring. Engaging in meaningful work, such as a career that allows individuals to make a positive impact on others, can also promote generativity (Wee, 2020). Additionally, individuals who maintain a sense of purpose, such as by setting personal goals and striving to achieve them, may be more likely to feel fulfilled and productive. Negative outcomes of generativity-versus-stagnation can result from a lack of opportunities to contribute, a sense of stagnation or feeling stuck, and isolation. For example, individuals...