Identity Formation
Psychology ⇒ Developmental Psychology
Identity Formation starts at 11 and continues till grade 12.
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Describe how cultural background can impact identity formation.
Describe how identity formation may differ between collectivist and individualist cultures.
Describe one way in which social media can impact identity formation in adolescents.
Describe the impact of globalization on identity formation.
Describe the role of peer groups in adolescent identity formation.
Explain how family expectations can contribute to identity foreclosure.
Explain how identity diffusion can affect an individual's future development.
A 17-year-old is unsure about their future career and is not actively exploring options. According to Marcia, which identity status does this represent? (1) Identity achievement (2) Identity moratorium (3) Identity diffusion (4) Identity foreclosure
A 17-year-old is unsure about their future career and is not actively exploring options. According to Marcia, which identity status does this represent? (1) Identity achievement (2) Identity moratorium (3) Identity diffusion (4) Identity foreclosure
Identity formation is most critical during which stage of Erikson's psychosocial development? (1) Infancy (2) Adolescence (3) Early adulthood (4) Late adulthood
Which factor is LEAST likely to influence identity formation? (1) Family (2) Peer groups (3) Climate change (4) Culture
Which of the following best describes 'identity diffusion'? (1) Commitment after exploration (2) No commitment and no exploration (3) Exploration without commitment (4) Commitment without exploration
Fill in the blank: According to Erikson, failure to achieve a stable identity during adolescence can lead to __________.
Fill in the blank: The ability to reflect on and evaluate one's beliefs and values is called __________.
Fill in the blank: The process by which individuals explore different roles and integrate them to form a coherent sense of self is called __________.
Fill in the blank: The process of adopting the values and norms of a group is called __________.
Is it true that identity achievement requires both exploration and commitment?
Is it true that identity can change throughout a person's life?
Is it true that identity formation can be influenced by historical and societal events?
Is it true that peer influence becomes stronger than parental influence during adolescence in the context of identity formation?
