Erin Has No Real Interests or Hobbies, and She Cannot

question 143

Multiple Choice

Erin has no real interests or hobbies, and she cannot stay committed to an activity, a part-time job, or her school work. Some of her peers have called her "shallow," and her aunt complains that she is "directionless." Erikson would say that Erin

• A) is currently in the commitment phase of identity development.
• B) is experiencing role confusion.
• C) has successfully resolved the intimacy stage of identity development.
• D) is having trouble with her sense of industry.

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