Erikson’s Identity Development and Adolescent Socialization

A set of vocabulary flashcards covering Erikson's theory, Marcia’s identity statuses, parenting styles, peer dynamics, and reproductive health issues during adolescence.

Ego Identity

A person’s sense of self formed through the integration of experiences, beliefs, and values, enabling informed choices about societal roles.

Identity Diffusion

A state where individuals lack direction and clear self-identity, characterized by no exploration and no commitments.

Foreclosure

An identity status where commitments are made without proactive exploration of alternatives.

Moratorium

An identity status involving active exploration of beliefs and values without having reached firm commitments.

Identity Achievement

An identity status reached when active exploration leads to the formation of firm commitments.

Phases of Ethnic Identity

The developmental progression for minority adolescents consisting of unexamined ethnic identity, ethnic identity search, and achieved ethnic identity.

Authoritative Parenting

A parenting style linked to positive outcomes such as better self-reliance, lower psychological issues, and competent behavior.

Cliques

Small, intimate groups of peers that share specific activities.

Crowds

Larger, less organized peer groups that are defined primarily by shared interests.

Peer Pressure

Social influence that is weak in early adolescence, peaks in mid-adolescence, and declines after age $17$ as autonomy increases.

Coming Out

The process of accepting one’s sexual minority identity and sharing it with others, which impacts self-concept and interpersonal relations.

Early Dating

Dating practice that may increase the likelihood of sexual activity at a younger age before an adolescent is emotionally ready.

Teenage Pregnancy

Unplanned events often resulting from a lack of sexual education and access to contraception, leading to socioeconomic and medical risks.

Comprehensive Sexual Education

A key focus of effective programs designed to decrease teenage pregnancies by fostering open discussion and accessibility to contraception.