More young adolescents than young adults are in the identity state of diffusion.

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According to James Marcia's theory of identity development, diffusion is the least advanced identity status where an individual has not yet explored or committed to a sense of identity. Research suggests that more young adolescents are in this stage compared to young adults. As individuals progress through adolescence and into early adulthood, they are more likely to have explored and committed to a sense of identity, leading to the development of more advanced identity statuses such as foreclosure, moratorium, and achievement.

More Young Adolescents Than Young Adults Are in the Identity