Identify and State the Historical Significance of the Following

question 161

Short Answer

Identify and state the historical significance of the following:
-Oliver H. Kelley

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Definitions:

Identity Development

The process through which individuals form a distinct sense of self through exploring and defining their personal values, beliefs, and goals.

Marcia's Stages

A theory developed by James Marcia that describes four identity statuses individuals can hold during identity development: foreclosure, identity diffusion, moratorium, and identity achievement.

Identity Moratorium

A stage in Erikson's identity development where an individual is exploring options but has not yet made a commitment to an identity.

Identity Achievement

A stage in adolescent development where individuals have explored and committed to important aspects of their identity.