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Daniel Levinson's Seasons of Life
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Key Concepts of Levinson's Theory
There are two key concepts of Levinson's theory of the Seasons of Life
1. The Stable Period: The time where the person makes crucial decisions in their life
2. The Transition Period : The end of one stage and the beginning of another.
Who is Daniel Levinson ?
Daniel Levinson was an American psychologist who founded the theory of adult development.
This is one of the only theories that continues into the adult years.
Complications with Levinson's Theory
All the data collected came from men with 3 things in common:
The Theory...
Daniel Levinson proposed that adulthood lasts from age 17 to early 50's
Includes life structures such as social, physical environments, as well as race, family, work, religion etc..
1. Each man came from a stable family
He proposes six stages of life in the theory
2. Each man had realistic goals for their future
Daniel Levinson's Seasons of Life
3. Each became an adult in an expanding economy
Stage 5
Stage 1
Mid-Life Transition
Ages 40-45 years old
Early Adulthood Transition
Usually a time of crisis in the value of a persons life; referred to as a 'mid-life crisis'
Men are now seen as parents to younger males
Ages 17 - 22 years old
Men become more sensitive to the idea of death
Stage 6
Entering Middle Adulthood
Leave adolescence and begin to prepare for the adult life style.
Ages 45-50 years old
A new life structure is formed, and choices regarding this must be made
Stage 2
Education is being completed and individuals are entering the work force.
Entering the Adult World
Ages 22-28 years old
Begin making initial decisions for work, love, friendships, values, beliefs, lifestyles.
Stage 3
Age 30 Transition
Stage 4
Ages 28-33 years old
Settling Down
Ages 33-40 years old
Moderate or severe crisis occurs, caused by change in life structure.
Establishes place within society, makes progress with family and career. Expected to behave as a responsible adult, and face more expectations.