PSYC 332 Chapter Notes -Record Linkage, Genital Stage, Phallic Stage
6 Feb 2014
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Martin luther was catholic monk in his 20s but then had identity crisis. He worked out his issues to become religious and political celebrity destined to become one of the most influential men in western civilization. Credited with starting protestant reformation: many severed ties with roman catholic church. Provided first authoritative translation of bible into german. Also monumental political figure- father of german nationalism and hero for some revolutionaries. One of most provocative applications of personality theory to life course of single adult: erikson"s (1958) psychobiographical analysis of luther"s identity formation (young man luther) Would-be lawyer (as per his father"s wishes) turned monk. Feared the devil as a literal force in his life. Explanatory style: external, stable, and global forces- believed god and the devil were ultimate causes of earthly events. Identity is characteristic developmental adaptation: aspect of personality that involves resolution of important life tasks during particular stage of development.
