Erik Erikson's theory of psychosocial development maintains that:
A)personality is determined by how childhood conflicts are resolved and is typically fixed by age 8.
B)psychosocial development begins in early adulthood, when personal identity has stabilized.
C)by middle adulthood psychosocial development is complete.
D)psychosocial development continues throughout the lifespan, with each stage marked by a particular psychosocial conflict that can be resolved in a positive or negative way.

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Erikson's theory of psychosocial development suggests that personality development is a lifelong process, with each stage marked by a particular psychosocial crisis or conflict. These conflicts must be resolved positively for healthy development to continue. The resolution of these conflicts influences an individual's overall personality and social development. Therefore, option D is the correct choice.

Erik Erikson's Theory of Psychosocial Development Maintains That