Based on the theory of Erikson, the nurse advises that the best discipline for an adolescent would be to:
A) make him get a job.
B) increase his household chores.
C) implement a long period of "time-out."
D) "ground" him and deprive him of contact with friends.

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Erik Erikson's psychosocial development theory includes the stage of identity vs. identity confusion. This age values association with peers above everything else, so depriving the child from contacting his friends would have the most impact.

Based on the Theory of Erikson, the Nurse Advises That