| Undiff. Faith | Stage 1 | Stage 2 | Stage 3 | Stage 4 | Stage 5 | Stage 6 |
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Although it is largely inaccessable to empirical research, this stage is when the foundation of faith begins to be formed. Similar to Erik Erikson's stage of Trust vs. Mistrust, this stage of faith has to do with an infant's knowledge of and fondness towards the primary care giver. The baby will come to develop faith in its care giver as its needs for security and comfort are met. Transition to the next stage begins with the emergence of thought and language, which brings symbols in speech and ritual play. |
"The seeds of trust, courage, hope,
and love are fused in an undifferentiated way and contend with
sensed threats of abandonment, inconsistencies and deprivations
in an infant's environment." -James Fowler |