Assignmnet:
Using the theories of Erikson, Vaillant, Levinson, and Peck, create a set of 15 questions related to the socioemotional, physical, and cognitive development of middle-aged people.
Create a 15 interview questions
Using your questions, interview two middle-aged people (they may be your parents, relatives, or friends). Note: American Psychological Association (APA) ethical guidelines indicate that interviewees have the right to refuse to answer any question posed to them by an interviewer. Please ensure that your interviewees are aware of this and do not force an answer where the opportunity to reply has been refused.
From your interviews, create an essay of 1,000-1,500 words in which you relate your findings. Where are your interviewees in relation to the development stages of Erikson, Vaillant, Levinson, and Peck? Explain your rationale for placing the interviewees as you did.
Prepare this assignment according to the APA guidelines found in the APA Style Guide, located in the Student Success Center. An abstract is not required.
1. Have you now or in the past experienced meaningful relationships with family, friends, or a significant other? (Erikson)
2. Have you ever felt lonely? (Erikson)
3. Do you see yourself now or in the past being successful and accomplishing a life goal? (Erikson)
4. Do you currently have or have thought about having children? (Erikson)
5. Have you ever thought about the end of your life? (Vaillant)
6. How do you deal with stress? (Vaillant)
7. Have you ever abused alcohol? (Vaillant)
8. Do you have any mental health issues? (Vaillant)
9. How does spirituality play a role in your life? (Levinson)
10. Do you feel your past or current expertise would be helpful to someone else? (Levinson)
11. How would you define wisdom? (Levinson)
12. How would you define knowledge? (Levinson)
13. Do you see yourself as limited in any way? (Peck)
14. Does the future hold any significance to your life at this point in time? (Peck)
15. In what way if any will you affect future generations? (Peck)