According to Erickson, young people in complex societies often experience an identity crisis, which is ________.

A. a temporary period of distress as they experiment with alternatives before settling on values and goals
B. a temporary state of not understanding the roles of different people in society
C. a permanent state in which values and goals cease to influence a person's behavior
D. a permanent state of not knowing one's role in the larger society


Answer: A

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