A preoccupation with the Oedipal fantasy and the wasting of time with nonproductive play reflect Erikson's core pathology of
A)inertia.
B)inhibition.
C)compulsion.
D)withdrawal.
E)guilt.

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Erikson's core pathology of inertia is characterized by a lack of initiative, which can manifest as a preoccupation with fantasies and engagement in nonproductive activities.

A Preoccupation with the Oedipal Fantasy and the Wasting of Time