Question

Jeremy is 16 years old. He is in the process of figuring out not only his future career goals but also his political viewpoints and his perspectives on religion.

According to Erikson, which is true about Jeremy?

a. He is in the initiative vs. guilt stage.
b. He has feelings of shame and doubt.
c. He is in the identity vs. role diffusion stage.
d. He is attempting to master his feelings of industry

Answer 1

The correct answer is letter C

It is at this stage that a psychosocial identity is acquired: adolescents need to understand their role in the world and are aware of their uniqueness. There is a review and redefinition of the identity elements already acquired, this is the so-called adolescence crisis.