In Erikson's view,malignancies develop when:
A) only a negative tendency is present.
B) only an adaptive tendency is present.
C) neuroses predominate.
D) adulthood is reached.

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Erikson believed that malignancies such as hate, cruelty, paranoia, and fanaticism develop when only negative tendencies are present and the individual fails to develop a positive outlook towards life. In his theory, maladaptive behavior results from an imbalance between the positive and negative aspects of personality.

In Erikson's View,malignancies Develop When