Which of the following individuals would be considered to be in an identity diffusion state?
A) Alexandra, who has not made firm commitments and is not currently trying to make them
B) Denise, who has made identity commitments without needing a period of exploration
C) Brandon, who is in the middle of a period of exploration
D) Francis, who has established a coherent sense of identity, but only after a period of exploration

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Identity diffusion is characterized by a lack of both commitment and exploration. Alexandra fits this description as she has not made firm commitments and is not currently trying to make them. Denise has made commitments without exploration, which would be classified as identity foreclosure. Brandon is currently exploring and therefore is in the identity moratorium state. Francis has established a coherent sense of identity after a period of exploration, which is indicative of identity achievement.

Which of the Following Individuals Would Be Considered to Be