1. Adolescent Identity
Carolyn R. Fallahi, Ph. D.

2. What is identity development?
Erikson: identity must be perceived by the individual and recognized by others.
James Marcia: identity can be viewed as a structure of beliefs, abilities, and past experiences regarding the self.

3. Marcia’s Identity Statuses
Identity Foreclosure
Made a commitment to an occupational future.
Have not experienced an identity crisis.

4. Identity Diffusion Identity Diffusion Not made a commitment.
May or may not have experienced an identity crisis.

5. Identity Moratorium Identity Moratorium
Actively exploring alternative commitments.
Have not yet made a decision.
Identity crisis.

6. Identity Achievement Identity Achievement
Experienced an identity crisis.
Made commitments necessary for building a sense of identity.