Tom, a high school senior, is very clear that he wants to study medicine. He spends his summer volunteering at hospitals and studies very hard for all his tests. He subscribes to medical journals so that he does not miss out on developments in the medical field. Tom is determined to study at Harvard Medical School. According to Erickson's theory of psychosocial development, Tom is demonstrating _____.

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Tom is demonstrating ego identity, which is the sense of knowing oneself and having a clear sense of direction and purpose in life, according to Erickson's theory of psychosocial development. Tom's clear goal of studying medicine, volunteering at hospitals, and staying up-to-date with medical developments indicates that he has a strong sense of identity and purpose in life.

Tom, a High School Senior, Is Very Clear That He