Question

Which of Erikson’s Stages of Psychosocial Development do you think is the most challenging for individuals to overcome? Why?

Answer 1

• I think the most challenging stage would be Identity vs Role confusion,because this conflict takes place during adolescent phase,which is the most critical phase of everyone's lives.We all are figuring out ourselves during this phase.Relationships,univerisity choices,self image,career choices,discovering ourselves etc.It is the most crucial stage and can either make or break a person.
• Those who are successful at this step will form relationships that are enduring and secure.
• Erikson believed that a strong sense of personal identity was important for developing intimate relationships. Studies have demonstrated that those with a poor sense of self do tend to have less committed relationships and are more likely to suffer emotional isolation, loneliness, and depression.
• When a teenager or young adult is confused about their role in life,they would feel confused with a lot of self doubt and hopelessness which can be difficult to overcome for some.That is why youngsters experience the most percentage of substance abuse,violent crimes and suicide attempts in this phase,since they experience social pressures and trying to discover themselves.