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Lesson 2 - Self Identity

This document discusses identity development in adolescents. It covers Erik Erikson's stage of identity vs confusion, and James Marcia's extension of Erikson's theory which identified four identity statuses - identity diffusion, foreclosure, moratorium, and identity achievement. It also discusses Robert Havighurst's developmental tasks for adolescents, which include adjusting to physical and cognitive changes, developing independence, establishing a personal identity and career goals, and forming relationships.

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Lesson 2 - Self Identity

This document discusses identity development in adolescents. It covers Erik Erikson's stage of identity vs confusion, and James Marcia's extension of Erikson's theory which identified four identity statuses - identity diffusion, foreclosure, moratorium, and identity achievement. It also discusses Robert Havighurst's developmental tasks for adolescents, which include adjusting to physical and cognitive changes, developing independence, establishing a personal identity and career goals, and forming relationships.

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LESSON 2

SELF-DISCOVERY
and IDENTITY
How well do you know yourself now?
Topic 1:
Self – Discovery and Identity

SELF IDENTITY
Topic 1:
Self – Discovery and Identity
SELF IDENTITY

Erik Erikson

James Marcia
Topic 1:
Self – Discovery and Identity
SELF IDENTITY
Erik Erikson
Identity vs Confusion establishes a clear personal
identity. It sets the ground of becoming the person you
want to be in the future. If you fail to achieve this
stage, identity confusion or role diffusion is a
consequence.
WHAT IS IDENTITY CRISIS?
WHAT IS IDENTITY CRISIS?
Identity crisis is a result of unclear self-identity. It is a state of
confusion that makes it hard for you to know what you want. This
happens when:
There is restriction or lack of
exploration and identification of one’s
characteristics, values, and direction.

Having too much conformity with


peers.
HOW TO BE SUCCESSFUL IN
THIS STAGE?
HOW TO BE SUCCESSFUL IN
THIS STAGE?

Identity achievement is not a passive activity, or it is not


readily given to you. You should try to know yourself.
Participating in personal and career development programs or
attending seminars and retreats can help you achieve self
discovery and improvement.
Topic 1:
Self – Discovery and Identity SELF IDENTITY

Erik Erikson

James Marcia
SELF IDENTITY
James Marcia
He defines identity as “an internal, self-constructed,
dynamic organization of drives, abilities, beliefs,
and individual history. He extended Erikson’s theory
on self identity and identified key elements in
achieving a mature identity: crisis and commitment
FOUR STATUSES

IDENTITY DIFFUSED

FORECLOSED

MORATORIUM

IDENTITY ACHIEVED
FOUR STATUSES
IDENTITY DIFFUSED

You have not experienced identity


crisis. Neither you have explored
what you want to do or want to
become. There is no focus or
occupational direction yet. Your
personal identity is unclear.
FOUR STATUSES
FORECLOSED
There is little or no evidence of identity
crisis. You have not personally
explored or reflected things about you.
Nonetheless, commitment is clear.
Your choices have been parentally
chosen rather than self-chosen. Aside
from parents, peer pressure may also
have influenced you.
FOUR STATUSES
MORATORIUM
You are going through identity
crisis. You are currently struggling
as you explore areas that will help
you know who you are and
establish your authentic personal
identity. You are not committed to
any endeavor.
FOUR STATUSES
IDENTITY ACHIEVED
You have come to clearly
understand who you are and
have already decided on what
you want. You know what to
pursue in life and have
established goals to direct your
plans for the future.
FOUR STATUSES

IDENTITY DIFFUSED

FORECLOSED

MORATORIUM

IDENTITY ACHIEVED
Topic 1:
Self – Discovery and Identity

SOCIAL INTERESTS, EMOTIONAL


STABILITY, AND MATURITY LEVEL
Topic 1:
Self – Discovery and Identity

SOCIAL INTERESTS, EMOTIONAL STABILITY,


AND MATURITY LEVEL
Social interest, a term introduced in the early 1900s by Alfred Adler,
relates to a person's kinship with other living beings and a sense of
belonging in the human community. Its potential for producing a more
harmonious society and meaning in life is vast.
Topic 1:
Self – Discovery and Identity

SOCIAL INTERESTS, EMOTIONAL STABILITY,


AND MATURITY LEVEL
Emotion plays an important role in establishing camaraderie and helps deal
with situations that test an individual’s patience. Maturity and stability has
been differentiated to provide better alternatives to increasing risks of being
unable to cope with difficult situations.
FREEDOM AND INDEPENDENCE
Independence is one of the hallmarks of maturity when carried out
positively and with great sense of responsibility.
Topic 1:
Self – Discovery and Identity

FREEDOM AND INDEPENDENCE


Remain respectful of
Be responsible Know your limitations Believe in yourself
adults and authorities

How To Be Independent
Topic 1:
Self – Discovery and Identity

CAREER INTERESTS AND


INCLINATIONS
Topic 1:
Self – Discovery and Identity

HAVIGHURST’S
DEVELOPMENTAL TASK FOR
ADOLESCENTS
Robert Havighurst elaborated stages of development tasks that any
individual must successfully go through.
Topic 1:
Self – Discovery and Identity

STAGE AGE RANGE


Infancy and early childhood Birth till 6 years old
Middle childhood 6 to 12 years old
Adolescence 13 to 18 years old
Early Adulthood 19 to 30 years old
Middle Age 30 to 60 years old
Later maturity 60 years old and over
Topic 1:
Self – Discovery and Identity

DEVELOPMENTAL TASK FOR


ADOLESCENTS
• The adolescent must adjust to a new physical sense to self
• The adolescent must adjust to new intellectual abilities
• The adolescent must adjust to increased cognitive demands
at school
• The adolescent must develop expanded verbal skills
Topic 1:
Self – Discovery and Identity

DEVELOPMENTAL TASK FOR


ADOLESCENTS
• The adolescent must develop a personal sense of identity
• The adolescent must establish adult vocational goal
• The adolescent must establish emotional and psychological
independence from his or her parents
Topic 1:
Self – Discovery and Identity

DEVELOPMENTAL TASK FOR


ADOLESCENTS
• The adolescent must develop stable and productive peer
relationships
• The adolescent must learn to manage his or her sexuality
• The adolescent must adopt a personal value system
• The adolescent must develop increased impulse control and
behavioral maturity
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