Question

People in early adulthood (20s through early 40s) are ready to establish emotional closeness and maintain relationships with others. What is the primary developmental task of this stage?

Answer 1

Answer:

intimacy vs. isolation

Explanation:

Erikson theory of psychosocial development proposed 8 stages of development over the course of human lives. The sixth stage is known as Intimacy vs Isolation. This stage occurs between the ages of approximately 19 and 40 and the major conflict during this stage is on the formation of intimacy and relationship with others.