Erikson argued that ________ must be established before adolescents can develop intimacy.

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Erikson's theory of psychosocial development posits that identity must be established before intimacy can occur. During adolescence, individuals are in the stage of identity versus role confusion, where they seek to establish a clear sense of who they are and their place in the world. Only after they have achieved a strong sense of identity can they form close, intimate relationships with others. Autonomy, generativity, and ego integrity are all important stages in later adulthood, but are not directly related to the establishment of intimacy in adolescence.

Erikson Argued That ________ Must Be Established Before Adolescents Can