Self and Identity Flashcards
1
Q
What are James Marcia’s Theory of Identity’s two key aspects?
A
- Struggle - exploration. 2. Commitment - Exploration.
2
Q
When you are have made a decision, and explored, what stage are you in?
A
Achievement.
3
Q
When you have not made a decision, but have explored, what stage are you in?
A
Moratorium.
4
Q
When you have not made a decision, and you have not explored, what stage are you in?
A
Diffusion.
5
Q
When you have made a decision, but you have not explored, what stage are you in?
A
Foreclosure.
6
Q
What are the healthy stages to be in? (2)
A
Achievement and Moratorium.
7
Q
What does being in foreclosure lead to?
A
An increased risk for a later “crisis.”
8
Q
What are people in the diffusion stage like?
A
Feeling hopeless, little control; have un-involved parents.
