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Amanda Volunteers: Identity versus Role Confusion
Amanda volunteers at a dog pound and discovers that she enjoys dealing with animals. The fifth stage of Erik Erikson's identity versus role confusion, At this stage, adolescents seek a sense of self and personal identity via comprehensive research of their own values, beliefs, and objectives. -
Amanda Ties the Knot; Intimacy versus Isolation
Amanda and Timothy were quickly ready to settle down due to y2k slowly creeping up, in the heat of things they wedded quick. According to Eriksons 6th stage, throughout this time, we begin to share more of ourselves with others. We investigate connections that might develop to longer-term commitments with someone other than a family member. -
Amandas Skips Motherhood; Generativity vs. Stagnation
Amanda and Timothy have a discussion on not having kids but rather looking into foster care later down the line. According to Ericksons eight stages, the 6th stage of Generativity vs. Stagnation Individuals have a desire to build or nurture something that will outlast them, such as having mentees or making constructive changes that will benefit others.