Question

According to Erik Erikson, the problem of _______ will arise during adolescence as teens try to establish a sense of their personal identities. A. autonomy B. stagnation C. inferiority D. role diffusion

Answer 1

The correct answer is option D. role diffusion.

Explanation:

Identity against confusion, 5th stage of ego according to the theory of psychosocial development of Erik Erikson. It is the stage that occurs during adolescence which is the period of the age of 12 to 18 in which teens try to establish a sense of their personal identities.

Role diffusion is a state of confusion about the social role of an individual that takes place during adolescence. Failure in developing a negative identity or in role confusion.

Thus, the correct answer is option D. role diffusion.

Answer 2

According to Erik Erikson, the problem of Role Diffusion will arise during adolescence as teens try to establish a sense of their personal identities. Correct answer: D

In the theory of psychosocial development Identity versus confusion is the fifth stage of ego. Role diffusion denotes the lack of clarity in one's life roles.