Question

Explain Marcus' current stage of identity development. As a reminder, the different stages of identity development are:. Identity Diffusion occurs when an adolescent does not make a commitment to any particular roles, values, or goals. Identity Foreclosure occurs when someone makes a commitment without considering other possibilities. Identity Moratorium occurs when an individual is in the midst of a crisis over a particular role or value and tries out alternatives in order to make a commitment.

Answer 1

Identity Diffusion. He has yet to make a choice to be against them yet. He merely does not agree with their actions. He has no allegiances to either side of the issue.

I would maybe say Moratorium if he is *currently* in a crisis over some decision (ie the relationship with the government). However, not sure how he is trying out alternatives at this point.