According to Erikson's Developmental Theory,what Would Be a Primary Concern

question 23

Multiple Choice

According to Erikson's developmental theory,what would be a primary concern of a 68-year-old woman?

• A)Developmental life events,such as loss of employment position
• B)Multiple changes as her children have children
• C)The meaning of her life and accepting the inevitability of death
• D)The possibility of increased housing costs as property taxes keep going up

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Definitions:

Past Events

Occurrences or situations that have taken place before the present time, contributing to the current state of affairs.

Core of Motivation

The central or primary force that drives an individual to act in order to satisfy needs, achieve goals, or resolve conflicts.

Instincts

Innate, biologically determined behavior patterns common to all individuals of a species that are driven by the need to fulfill physiological requirements or survival.

Personality Theory

A systematic approach to understanding the facets of human personality, including its processes, development, and variations among individuals.