Identity Development in Adolescents

Which identity status has high commitment, high exploration

• Identity Diffusion

• Identity Moratorium

• Identity Achievement

• Identity Foreclosure

Characteristics of adolescents in a state of Identity Moratorium

• Uncertain about future goals and lacking direction

• Committed to an identity without exploring alternatives

• Actively exploring different identities and options with no commitments

• Successfully achieved a coherent sense of self

Which best describes Identity Foreclosure in adolescents

• Uncertain about future goals and lacking direction

• Actively exploring different identities and options

• Successfully achieved coherent sense of self

• Committed to an identity without exploring

Which identity status has Low Exploration, and Low Commitment?

• Identity Achievement

• Identity Moratorium

• Identity Foreclosure

• Identity Diffusion

What is the major factor that contributes to the identity development in adolescents?

• Peers

• Schools

• Parenting Approaches

• Communities