From Erikson's Point of View, What Is the Major Goal

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Multiple Choice

From Erikson's point of view, what is the major goal of development during the adolescent period?

• A) learning to deal with sexual issues
• B) developing a sense of self-identity
• C) resolving the intimacy versus isolation crisis
• D) identifying sexual orientation

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Definitions:

Psychopathology

The study of psychological disorders, their symptoms, etiology (causes), and treatment.

Diathesis-stress

A psychological theory that explains behavior as both a result of biological and genetic factors ("diathesis"), and life experiences ("stress").

Etiology

The study of the causes or origins of diseases or disorders.

Diathesis-stress Model

A psychological theory that attempts to explain a disorder, or its trajectory, as the result of an interaction between a predispositional vulnerability and stress caused by life experiences.