CHILD DEVELOPMENT PEDAGOGY

Detailed explanation-1: -Identity versus role confusion is the fifth stage of ego in psychologist Erik Erikson’s theory of psychosocial development. This stage occurs during adolescence between the ages of approximately 12 and 18. During this stage, adolescents explore their independence and develop a sense of self.

Detailed explanation-2: -The fifth stage of Erik Erikson’s theory of psychosocial development is identity vs. 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.

Detailed explanation-3: -Those who develop stable identities experience stability in different life areas. They’re committed to their careers and relationships. In contrast, if role confusion persists, the person feels lost in life and without a purpose.

Detailed explanation-4: -Typically, adolescents experience the developmental stage of identity vs. role confusion between 12 and 18 (Syed & McLean, 2017). Although role confusion is typical in adolescence, teenagers who require mental health treatment experience more intensive role confusion because of lower ego strength and self-esteem.

Detailed explanation-5: -For example, people who experience role confusion have a difficult time making long-lasting relationships. This is the result of not having a strong sense of the self. If someone doesn’t know who they are, they aren’t going to have a strong sense of what they want in a relationship.