A period of intense uncertainty about oneself and one's place in society is called

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An identity crisis is a period of intense uncertainty and confusion about oneself and one's place in society. It is a common experience during adolescence, as individuals are going through significant physical, emotional, and social changes, and are trying to establish their sense of self and purpose in life. Egocentrism refers to a self-centered perspective, negative attribution involves assigning negative motives to others' actions, and learned helplessness is a sense of powerlessness that arises from repeated failure and lack of control.

A Period of Intense Uncertainty About Oneself and One's Place