Which of the Following Is True About Erikson's Psychosocial Theory

question 59

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is true about Erikson's psychosocial theory?

• A)It states that our basic personality is shaped in the first five years of life.
• B)It analyzes personality in terms of three structures,id,ego,and superego.
• C)It places heavy emphasis on sexual instincts.
• D)It emphasizes both early and later experiences.

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Definitions:

Individualized Consideration

An aspect of transformational leadership where leaders attend to the needs of each follower, acting as a mentor or coach to the follower and listening to the follower's concerns and needs.

Idealized Influence

A leadership trait where the leader serves as a strong role model, gaining admiration, trust, and respect from followers, who emulate the leader's values and behaviors.

Transformational Leadership

A style of leadership where the leader works with teams to identify needed change, creating a vision to guide the change through inspiration, and executing the change in tandem with committed members of the group.

House's Work

Refers to Robert House's theory on leadership, which includes the path-goal theory emphasizing how leaders can motivate their followers.