According to Erikson, the primary psychosocial task of early adulthood is _____, and for middle adulthood it is _____.
A) ego integrity; to form a committed, mutually enhancing, intimate relationship with another person
B) to contribute to future generations through children, career, or other meaningful activities; ego integrity
C) industry; trust
D) to form a committed, mutually enhancing, intimate relationship with another person; to contribute to future generations through children, career, or other meaningful activities

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According to Erikson, during early adulthood, the primary psychosocial task is to form a committed, mutually enhancing, intimate relationship with another person, and during middle adulthood, the primary task is to contribute to future generations through children, career, or other meaningful activities. Option D is the best choice as it reflects Erikson's views.

According to Erikson, the Primary Psychosocial Task of Early Adulthood