According to Erikson, the central crisis of adolescence is _____________?

Correct answer: A. identity vs confusion

  • A. identity vs confusion
  • B. trust vs mistrust
  • C. industry vs inferiority
  • D. intimacy vs isolation

Explanation

Erikson viewed adolescence as the period for resolving identity versus role confusion, as the young person develops a stable sense of self. Trust, industry, and intimacy belong to infancy, middle childhood, and early adulthood respectively.

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