Eugene is 27 years old, and he feels very insecure about some of the personal and career choices he has made so far; and consequently he is reluctant at this point to undertake a serious, committed relationship with another person. Based on Erikson's theory, it is likely that Eugene will:
A)develop a sense of isolation.
B)develop feelings of inferiority.
C)develop a sense of despair.
D)become stagnated.

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According to Erikson's theory, the psychosocial stage that corresponds with the age group of Eugene (26-35 years) is intimacy vs. isolation. This stage involves the challenge of forming close, meaningful relationships with others while establishing a strong sense of self-identity. If Eugene is feeling insecure and hesitant about pursuing a committed relationship, he may be unable to develop a sense of intimacy with others and instead develop a sense of isolation. Therefore, the best choice is A.

Eugene Is 27 Years Old, and He Feels Very Insecure