The impact of the identity crisis on the adjustment of late adolescent males.

摘要: The relationship between ego identity status and MMPI scores was investigated using 73 college males. Identity assessed a semistructured interview. results obtained indicated that subjects in the achievement which fell within normal range of functioning. Subjects currently involved working on issues (moratorium status) pattern indicating presence psychological conflict, as did foreclosure subjects—that is, who are characterized by rigid adherence to parental norms values. had not successfully resolved their crisis (identity diffusion range. findings partly support Erikson's theorizing indicate further analysis refinement Marcia's typology is required. Results from present study also future research with male should include some assessment sexual attitudes.