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 Dr. Sullivan BIOGRAPHY
 was born on February 21, 1892, in the farming community of
Norwich New York

 He is an American psychiatrist who developed a theory of psychiatry

based on interpersonal relationships.

 In 1909, He spent his two years at Cornell University and received

his M.D. from the Chicago College of Medicine and Surgery on
1917.

 In 1936, he helped to established the Washington school of

Psychiatry.

 On January 14, 1949, he died of a cerebral hemorrhage in a hotel in

Paris.
 INTRODUCTIO
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Henry Stack Sullivan was a pioneering American
psychiatrist and psychoanalyst known for his
contributions to the field of interpersonal psychiatry. He
was born in 1892 and passed away in 1949. Sullivan's
work focused on the importance of interpersonal
relationships in mental health and development. He
emphasized the role of early childhood experiences and
social interactions in shaping an individual's personality
and psychological well-being.
 WHAT IS SULLIVAN'S THEORY?

Stack-Sullivan's theory states that the purpose of

behavior is for the patient to have his or her
needs met through interpersonal interactions, as
well as decrease or avoid anxiety. The
Interpersonal Theory explains six developmental
stages, which Stack-Sullivan calls “epochs” or
heuristic stages in development
 WHAT IS SULLIVAN'S THEORY?

In the context of Harry Stack Sullivan's theory,

"epochs" refer to developmental stages or phases in a
person's life. These epochs represent specific periods
of growth and maturation, each with its unique
characteristics and challenges. Sullivan used this term
to describe the different stages through which
individuals pass as they develop their interpersonal
relationships and personality.
 Infancy
(Birth to 18 months)
• Interpersonal Need: Gratification of
physiological needs, especially food, comfort,
and security.
Childhood
(18 months to 6 years)
• Interpersonal Need: Learning to
communicate and relate to others
through language and play
Juvenile Era (6 to 9 years)
• Interpersonal Need: Expanding social
relationships beyond the family and
beginning to form peer groups.
Preadolescence
(9 to 12 years)
• Interpersonal Need: Transitioning
from same-sex friendships to mixed-
sex friendships, exploring social roles
and identity.
Early Adolescence
(12 to 18 years)
• Interpersonal Need:Developing intimate
relationships and a sense of self.

Late Adolescence
(18 years and beyond)

• Interpersonal Need: Achieving a sense

of identity and preparing for adulthood.