Eugene is 27 years old, and he feels very insecure about some of the personal and career choices he has made so far; and consequently he is reluctant at this point to undertake a serious, committed relationship with another person.Based on Erikson's theory, it is likely that Eugene will:
A)develop a sense of despair
B)develop feelings of inferiority
C)develop a sense of isolation
D)become stagnated

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According to Erikson's theory, in the stage of young adulthood, the psychosocial crisis is intimacy vs. isolation. Individuals who have successfully resolved this stage develop close, committed relationships with others while those who fail to do so experience a sense of isolation. Eugene's reluctance to undertake a serious, committed relationship suggests that he is struggling with this stage and may develop a sense of isolation.

Eugene Is 27 Years Old, and He Feels Very Insecure