In Erikson's theory, adolescent develops a sense of _______

  1. Initiative
  2. Intellect
  3. Identity
  4. Industry

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Option 3 : Identity
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Erickson's Theory

  • Erickson's theory for adolescent- Identity vs confusion.
  • Erikson described eight stages of development. Each stage is characterized by a psychosocial crisis, representing a conflict between the individual and society.
  • The progression to the next stage depends on the resolution of these conflicts.
  • Out of eight stages, only five are relating to childhood.

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Stages

Crisis

1. Childhood :

1st year of life

Trust vs Mistrust

2nd year

Autonomy vs Doubt

3rd through 5th year

Initiative vs Guilt

6th year to puberty

Industry vs Inferiority

Adolescence

Identify vs confusion

2. Adulthood:

Early adulthood

Intimacy vs isolation

Middle age

Generativity vs

self-adsorption

Aging years

Integrity vs despair

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