According to Erikson,an identity crisis
A)has no effect in either direction on ego strength.
B)increases ego strength.
C)decreases ego strength.
D)may increase or decrease ego strength.

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Erikson believed that going through an identity crisis, which involves exploring different possibilities and committing to a chosen identity, can result in increased ego strength if the individual successfully navigates the crisis. However, if the crisis is unresolved or leads to identity confusion, it can decrease ego strength. Therefore, the effect of an identity crisis on ego strength may increase or decrease depending on how it is resolved.

According to Erikson,an Identity Crisis