Ron is a previously law-abiding teen who has recently joined a violent gang. In Erikson's terms, he is

a) adopting a negative identity.
b) looking for fidelity.
c) undergoing an identity crisis.
d) assuming an inappropriate sexual role.


Answer: a) adopting a negative identity.

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