Question

The stage of Erikson's Psychosocial Theory corresponding to adolescence is called

• A. Identity v/s Role Confusion
• B. Integrity v/s Despair
• C. Industry v/s Inferiority
• D. Initiative v/s Guilt

Hint:

Erikson's Stage 5 (Adolescence): Identity vs Role Confusion. Primary task is resolving 'Who am I?'.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is A

Step 1: Understanding the Concept:
Erik Erikson's eight stages of psychosocial development trace ego identity crises across the human lifespan.

Step 2: Detailed Explanation:
Erikson's Psychosocial Stages:
1. Infancy (0--1.5 yr): Trust vs Mistrust
2. Early Childhood (1.5--3 yr): Autonomy vs Shame & Doubt
3. Preschool (3--5 yr): Initiative vs Guilt
4. School Age (6--11 yr): Industry vs Inferiority
5. Adolescence (12--18 yr): Identity vs Role Confusion (Adolescents explore personal identity, values, sexual orientation, and vocational roles).
6. Young Adulthood: Intimacy vs Isolation
7. Middle Adulthood: Generativity vs Stagnation
8. Late Adulthood: Integrity vs Despair.

Step 3: Final Answer:
Hence, the stage corresponding to adolescence is Identity v/s Role Confusion, corresponding to option (A).