AP PSYCHOLOGY

DEVELOPMENTAL PSYCHOLOGY

ADOLESCENCE SOCIAL DEVELOPMENT AND EMERGING ADULTHOOD

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
What do people face during each psychosocial stage that can serve as a turning point in development?
A
Challenge & crisis
B
Turmoil & fatigue
C
Upset & dispair
D
Conflict & Rage
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -If people successfully deal with the conflict, they emerge from the stage with psychological strengths that will serve them well for the rest of their lives.3 If they fail to deal effectively with these conflicts, they may not develop the essential skills needed for a strong sense of self.

Detailed explanation-2: -In each stage, Erikson believed people experience a conflict that serves as a turning point in development. In Erikson’s view, these conflicts are centered on either developing a psychological quality or failing to develop that quality.

Detailed explanation-3: -role confusion, and it occurs during adolescence, from about 12-18 years. During this stage, adolescents search for a sense of self and personal identity, through an intense exploration of personal values, beliefs, and goals. During adolescence, the transition from childhood to adulthood is most important.

Detailed explanation-4: -Ego integrity: Successfully resolving the crisis at this stage leads to the development of what Erikson referred to as ego integrity. Peace and fulfillment: People are able to look back at their life with a sense of contentment and face the end of life with a sense of wisdom and no regrets. 2.

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