What Is Havighurst Theory

In developmental task theory, Havighurst (1972) identified six age-specific life stages covering birth to old age, each with a discrete set of developmental tasks. For Havighurst, developmental tasks derived from physical maturation, personal values and the pressures of society.

What is havighurst developmental task theory?

The main assertion of the Havighurst developmental tasks theory is that development is continuous throughout a person’s entire lifespan, occurring in stages. A person moves from one stage to the next by means of successful resolution of problems or performance of certain developmental tasks.

What are the different major age period according to havighurst?

Havighurst has identified six major age periods: infancy and early childhood (0-5 years), • middle childhood (6-12 years) • adolescence (13-18 years), • early adulthood (19-29 years), • middle adulthood (30-60 years), and • later maturity (61+). Table presents typical developmental tasks for each of these periods.

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