Question

According to erikson, the period during which teenagers seek to determine what is unique and distinctive about themselves is called __________.

Answer 1

The correct answer is Identity vs. Role Confusion.

Identity vs. Role Confusion is part of Erikson's theory of the stages of psychosocial development. This stage typically occurs during adolescence (age 12-18). It involves teenagers seeking a distinct personal identity through exploring their unique goals, aspirations, beliefs and values. Adolescents experiment with different types of fashion, musical preferences, friend groups, etc., to "find themselves" and form a social identity.