According to Erikson's theory,

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According to Erikson's theory, people who successfully resolve the final crisis of integrity versus despair in late adulthood can overcome or transcend feelings of despair and achieve a sense of wisdom and acceptance of their life. Therefore, option B is the correct answer. Option A is incorrect as although people who resolve the final crisis may not experience despair, it is not a guarantee. Option C is incorrect as despair is not necessarily a sign of mental illness, but rather a natural part of the development process. Option D is also incorrect as experiencing despair does not necessarily lead to a loss of ego strength.

According to Erikson's Theory