Discuss Erikson's views on how the stage of intimacy vs. isolation relates to marriage

What will be an ideal response?


Erikson states that marriage will not work if the individuals are not ready to fuse their own personalities with another individual without the fear of losing themselves. Intimacy is achieved once the individuals have resolved this issue according to Erikson.

Psychology

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