Martin Is Striving to Establish a Personal Identity by Exploring

question 6

Multiple Choice

Martin is striving to establish a personal identity by exploring his values and vocational goals. Martin is in Erikson's __________ stage.

• A) initiative versus guilt
• B) intimacy versus isolation
• C) identity versus role confusion
• D) integrity versus despair

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Definitions:

Healthy Self-Concept

A positive assessment of oneself that includes an accurate, confident understanding and evaluation of one's abilities, appearance, and worth.

Parenting

The activities, strategies, and practices involved in raising and nurturing children from infancy to adulthood.

Identity

The qualities, beliefs, personality, looks, and expressions that make a person or group unique.

High Self-Esteem

A positive view of oneself and confidence in one's own worth and abilities.