According to Erikson,who Among the Following People Is Expressing Identity

question 148

Multiple Choice

According to Erikson,who among the following people is expressing identity confusion?

• A)Barney quit his job and is in pursuit of a job that is completely different from his previous job.
• B)Dan is an architect who is happy with his job,and he has made many achievements in his career.
• C)Peter tried to learn playing the guitar and realized that he is not good at it,so he is now planning to learn playing the piano.
• D)Megan has suddenly isolated herself from her family and friends after being rejected by a local music banD.

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Definitions:

Self-reference

The practice of relating information or situations back to oneself, often used in the study of memory and cognition.

Real Self

An individual's authentic identity, including their genuine thoughts, feelings, and desires, often contrasted with their social or perceived self.

Ideal Self

A person's conception of how they would like to be or believe they should be.

Ought Self

The representation of who an individual believes they should be, often influenced by societal norms and expectations.