When 21-year-old Amanda entered adolescence, her acne was just a minor problem that occasionally made her feel conscious. With time, however, the thought that her acne made her look ugly became more persistent. It reached a point where she refused to meet people and considered multiple surgeries. Now Amanda is diagnosed with body dysmorphic disorder and thinks everyone hates her for her acne. In the context of Erikson's stages of psychosocial development, Amanda has most likely failed to develop the virtue of

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Amanda is struggling with identity and self-image issues, which are central to the stage of "Identity vs. Role Confusion" in Erikson's theory. Successfully navigating this stage leads to the virtue of fidelity.

When 21-Year-Old Amanda Entered Adolescence, Her Acne Was Just a Minor