Erikson's Theory Has Been Criticized Because It Is

question 15

Multiple Choice

Erikson's theory has been criticized because it is

• A) irrelevant to the lives of average persons.
• B) unable to generate research.
• C) incomplete in its description of the last stage of maturity.
• D) of more value in the laboratory than the clinic.

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Definitions:

Biogenetic Needs

Essential biological requirements for human survival, such as food, water, and shelter, thought to be influenced by genetic factors.

Adult Ego State

A term from transactional analysis referring to a state of mind that is rational, objective, and oriented towards problem-solving.

Parent Ego State

A concept in Transactional Analysis referring to a set of feelings, attitudes, and behaviors that are learned from parental figures.

Ambiguous Situations

Scenarios or contexts in which information is vague, unclear, or incomplete, leading to uncertainty or multiple interpretations.