Failure to resolve the tasks of middle adulthood leads to a concern for only one's own needs and comforts, resulting in what Erikson called
A)apathy.
B)mistrust.
C)despair.
D)stagnation.

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Erik Erikson's theory of psychosocial development identifies "stagnation" as the outcome of failing to resolve the challenges of middle adulthood, where individuals may become self-absorbed and concerned only with their own needs rather than contributing to the welfare of others or society.

Failure to Resolve the Tasks of Middle Adulthood Leads to a Concern