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What does ‘the term identity crisis’ refer to?

A. A period of uncertainty and confusion in which a person's sense of self becomes insecure
B. A method for measuring self-esteem
C. A type of cognitive bias
D. A behavioral assessment technique

Answer: A period of uncertainty and confusion in which a person's sense of self becomes insecure


Additional Information: The term was popularized by Erik Erikson in his theory of psychosocial development.


Subjects: Psychology

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