Introductory Psychology CLEP Prep 2025 – 400 Free Practice Questions to Pass the Exam

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According to Erik Erikson, what is the final stage of psychosocial development?

Trust vs. mistrust

Generativity vs. stagnation

The final stage of psychosocial development according to Erik Erikson is generativity vs. stagnation. This stage occurs during middle adulthood (ages 40-65) and is characterized by the desire to guide and contribute to the next generation or feeling like life lacks purpose and has become stagnant. Option A, Trust vs. mistrust, is the first stage that occurs during infancy (ages 0-1) and focuses on developing a sense of trust in others. Option C, Ego identity vs. role confusion, is the fifth stage that occurs during adolescence (ages 12-18) and is focused on establishing a clear sense of self and identity. Option D, Intimacy vs. isolation, is the sixth stage that occurs during early adulthood (ages 18-40) and is characterized by forming close, intimate relationships with others. It is clear that these options are not the

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Ego identity vs. role confusion

Intimacy vs. isolation

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