When 15 year-old Jeremy's mother asked him what he wanted to be when he became an adult, he answered, "Maybe a fire fighter or an astronaut or an artist or a teacher." Clearly, Jeremy is experiencing __________ according to Erikson.

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According to Erikson, a moratorium is a period during which an individual explores various roles and identities before making a commitment. Jeremy's consideration of multiple career paths indicates he is in this exploratory phase.

When 15 Year-Old Jeremy's Mother Asked Him What He Wanted