According to Erikson, individuals in their 70s and 80s are facing a time of reflection and the psychosocial conflict of
A)generativity vs.stagnation.
B)integrity vs.despair.
C)identity vs.role confusion.
D)autonomy vs.shame and doubt.

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Erikson's theory suggests that individuals in their 70s and 80s are in the stage of "integrity vs. despair," which involves reflecting on one's life and accepting the events and outcomes that have occurred, leading to a sense of satisfaction and fulfillment, or conversely, experiencing regret, disappointment or despair. The other options (A, C, and D) are earlier stages in the lifespan and not relevant to this stage of development.

According to Erikson, Individuals in Their 70s and 80s Are