Culture has a significant influence on us as individuals. People within a single culture tend to have many things in common and are somewhat different from those in another culture with little interaction. It would help us, therefore, if we could describe a culture the same way we try to describe personalities. Then we might be able to investigate more precisely how our cultures influence us. Erik Erikson's Stages of Psychosocial Development provide a holistic view of human development throughout the entire lifespan through the influence of culture and social relationships on development. As a Mental Health Professional, it is vital to understand how culture impacts development theories. You will be able to assist better and relate when you are sitting with your client when you know what stage of human development they are in and how their cultural background has influenced their development.

Which of Erickson's psychosocial stages can one identify with the most and why?

Which psychosocial stage has been impacted the most by Mexican American culture?