Fifteen-year-old Bill is anxious about future goals and career choices.He is not sure whether to pursue a job or enroll in college.He has many interests, but he does not want to do "what his parents want," although he is not exactly sure what he wants.What term most closely describes this?

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Moratorium in early and middle adolescence is emotionally healthy.It can continue into late adolescence, particularly for college students.Adolescents in this state openly explore alternatives, strive for autonomy, try out different interests, and pursue a sense of individuality.Adolescents experiencing a prolonged state of identity moratorium are likely to be undecided about the major course of study and their goals for the future and to still be actively exploring options.When the uncertainty of the moratorium state continues for too long, it is associated with anxiety, self-consciousness, impulsiveness, and depression.

Fifteen-Year-Old Bill Is Anxious About Future Goals and Career Choices