Jordan Is 17 Years Old and Has Been Searching for an Identity

question 75

Multiple Choice

Jordan is 17 years old and has been searching for an identity since he was about 13. He has joined-and quit-various school organizations and tried several after-school jobs in his attempt to find out what kind of a career would interest him. According to Erikson's theory, what might Jordan be at risk for if he does not eventually develop a stable definition of the self?

• A) The mistrust of others
• B) Shame and doubt over his own competence
• C) Role confusion
• D) Stagnation

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Definitions:

Differential Emotions Theory

Izard’s view that the major emotions are distinct at birth but emerge gradually in accord with maturation and the child’s developing needs.

Izard's View

A theoretical perspective on emotions developed by psychologist Carroll Izard, emphasizing that emotions play a crucial role in personal and social development from infancy.

Emotion

A complex psychological state that involves an experience or feeling, physiological arousal, and an expressive behavior or reaction.

Autistic Children

Children diagnosed with autism, a developmental disorder characterized by difficulties with social interaction and communication, and by restricted and repetitive behavior.