“The growing child must derive a vitalizing sense of reality from the awareness that his individual way of mastering experience (his ego synthesis) is a successful variant of a group identity and is in accord with its space-time and life plan.”
Quote by Erik Erikson
Work
Identity and the Life Cycle
This book delves into the intricate process of identity formation and transformation across different phases of life, offering insights into the psychological and social factors that influence individual identity. more
Author
Erik Erikson
Erik Erikson was a renowned psychologist known for his theory of psychosocial development, which has had a profound impact on the fields of psychology and human development. His theory emphasized the psychological and social development of individuals across different life stages. more
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