Identity+in+Adolescent+Development

A way of thinking about oneself, this emerges during adolescents as individual seek to find who they are and where they fit in. Identity involves a sense of self-unity, and by the feeling that the individual will have connection, and continuity over time. If an individual who had firmly established their identity has also provided a special uniqueness to their character. Furthermore this helps to define who they truly are. Identity and Role confusion- trying to fit in and find their place adolescence sometimes get mixed up on who they truly are. The biggest question adolensence are trying to answer in this stage of development is how they fit in with their friends, family, and other individuals. They are seeking to find out ** who they are and where they are going?? ** ** The process of establishing ones identity often involves, ** "Integrating into a coherent whole one's past experiences, ongoing personal changes, and society's demands and expectations for one's future" (Sprinthall & Collins, 1984). The formation of identity in adolescence sets the stage for continual changes in the __content__ of identity through the adult years.
 * __ Identity in Adolescent Development __**

**__ Erikson’s psychosocial model of development __** ** [] ** ** I really liked the video above I thought about using 3:02-3:46 somehow in my presentation. Take a look at it, the video breaks down all the stages. (Yours may be on there) !! **

**__ Stages of forming ones identity __**
 * Foreclosure **. These people have made commitments to an occupational future, but have not experienced an identity crisis. They have conformed to the expectations of others concerning their future. For example, an individual may have allowed a parent to decide what career they will pursue. These individuals have not explored a range of options (experience an "identity crisis").
 * Diffusion **. The young person has not made a commitment, and may or may not have experienced an identity crisis. He or she appears to have given up any attempt to make the commitments needed for developing a clear sense of identity as Marcia defines the term.
 * Moratorium **. Individuals in moratorium are actively exploring alternative commitments, but have not yet made a decision. They are experiencing an identity crisis, but appear to be moving forward toward identity formation, making commitments.
 * Achievement **. The individual has experienced an identity crisis and has made commitments necessary for building a sense of identity as described above.

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Stone, Margaret R.; Barber, Bonnie L.; Eccles, Jacquelynne S. . Journal of Early Adolescence, May2008, Vol. 28 Issue 2, p304-328, 25p, 3 Charts, 2 Graphs; DOI: 10.1177/0272431607312743

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