Erikson suggested that the adolescent search for identity is followed by a developing capacity to
A) develop a sense of competence.
B) form emotionally close relationships.
C) feel autonomous.
D) establish trusting relationshiips.

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According to Erikson's theory of psychosocial development, after the search for identity in adolescence comes the stage of intimacy vs. isolation in young adulthood, which involves forming emotionally close relationships. While developing a sense of competence, feeling autonomous, and establishing trusting relationships are all important aspects of psychosocial development, they are not directly related to the stage that comes after the search for identity in adolescence.

Erikson Suggested That the Adolescent Search for Identity Is Followed