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Exploring Identity: Erik Erikson's Theory in the Lives of Iconic Figures

This article delves into Erik Erikson's stages of psychosocial development, focusing on adolescence, identity vs. role confusion. It highlights the commonalities between notable figures like Mick Jagger, Hillary Clinton, Whoopi Goldberg, Bill Gates, and Dave Ambrose. By examining their paths through conflict, identity exploration, and eventual achievement, we uncover how these individuals navigated their identities amidst societal pressures. Understanding these developmental dynamics offers valuable insights into the adolescent experience and the ongoing quest for self-discovery through both conflict and creativity.

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Exploring Identity: Erik Erikson's Theory in the Lives of Iconic Figures

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  1. Social/Emotional Development Erik Erikson

  2. What does: Mick Jagger Hillary Clinton Whoopi Goldberg Bill Gates Dave Ambrose All Have in Common?

  3. Developmental Psychologist • Artist • Teacher • Neo Freudian • 1st Psychoanalyst in Boston • 1st to “coin” the phrase- “identity crisis” Erik Erikson

  4. Stages of development

  5. Adolescence Identity vs. Role Confusion “It was the best of times, the worst of times…”

  6. Adolescence is culturally defined. • Adolescence is not puberty! • Conflict with parents (agree on “big” issues and fight over “small” issues) • Peer groups • Imaginary audiences • Struggles with ethnic identity Being an adolescent is like being an animal living in a cage….

  7. James Marcia Understanding how adolescents explore alternative Selves…. Who am I? Who can I be?

  8. Identity Diffusion Moratorium (Crisis) • Haven’t begun process • Little self direction • May avoid getting involved • Aware they are in crisis • Thinking about self-no answers • Dissatisfied (school, job, etc.) • Daydreams (a lot) • Reject parental ideals • Intense- short-lived relationships

  9. Identity Achievement Identity Foreclosure • Begin making some commitments • Life not in order-working toward this • Trauma can bring on crisis • Little double about choices, values, sex role, etc. • Self-assured • Few fears or doubts • Frequently accepts choices of parents

  10. Using music to help us understand ourselves…..

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