According to Erikson's developmental theory, the maturity stage deals with which of the following crises?
Correct answer: C. integrity vs. despair
- A. initiative vs. guilt
- B. autonomy vs. doubt
- C. integrity vs. despair
- D. intimacy vs. isolation
Explanation
Erikson's final, or maturity, stage involves integrity versus despair, as older adults evaluate whether their lives have been meaningful. Intimacy versus isolation belongs to young adulthood, while initiative versus guilt belongs to early childhood.
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