For youth in many nonindustrialized societies in the world today, the most adaptive route to adulthood may well be the status referred to as

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Foreclosure refers to the process in which an individual adopts the identity and beliefs of their parents or society without exploring their options. In many nonindustrialized societies, the cultural norms and values are clearly defined and adhered to, leaving little room for exploration of alternative identities. Therefore, foreclosure may be the most adaptive route to adulthood in such societies. Moratorium, negative identity, and identity diffusion all involve exploration and experimentation with multiple identities or values and may not be as well-suited for nonindustrialized societies with strict cultural norms.

For Youth in Many Nonindustrialized Societies in the World Today