Rick has been postponing having a conversation with his parents about choosing his major in college. He either lashes out at them or tells them that he is still thinking about it. In reality, he wants to avoid making a decision. Rick is in the ________ category of identity status.

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Rick's behavior of avoiding making a decision and not engaging in exploration or commitment regarding his major indicates he is in the identity diffusion category. This status is characterized by a lack of direction and an unwillingness to make decisions about important aspects of identity.

Rick Has Been Postponing Having a Conversation with His Parents