Question

In Erickson's theory, adolescent develop a sense of ________
1. Intellect
2. Initiative
3. Industry
4. Identity
5.

Answer 1

Correct Answer - Option 4 : Identity

Concept:-

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.

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