Which of the following teenagers is at risk for not meeting his developmental task?

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The central task of adolescence according to Erikson is the establishment of identity, with the primary risk being role confusion. As the adolescent searches for direction, he makes choices in social, recreational, volunteer, academic, familial, and occupational activities. When the threat of confusion is exceedingly great, delinquent behavior and alterations in mental health can occur. Thus, a teenager arrested for petty theft is displaying delinquent behavior that may place him at risk for not meeting his developmental task of identity.

Which of the Following Teenagers Is at Risk for Not