FRHD 1010 Chapter Notes - Chapter 10: Identity Formation, Minimal Logic, Limbic System
7 Nov 2014
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Identity: psychosocial development during adolescence is often considered the search for under-standing, self-expression and self-concept become more & more important. Identity vs. role confusion: erikson"s term for the 5th stage of development, in which the person tries to figure out. Who am i? but is confused as to which of many possible roles to adopt. Identity achievement: erikson"s term for the attainment of identity, or the point at which a person understands who he or she is as a unique individual, in accord w/ past experiences and future plans. Development beliefs identity crises hasn"t ended by 18. Role confusion: a situation where an adolescent doesn"t seem to know or care what his identity is. Lack of any commitment to goals or values. Foreclosure: erikson"s term for premature identity formation, which occurs when an adolescent adopts his/her parent"s or society"s roles & values wholesale, without questioning or analysis.
