Asked by Skylar Whobrey on Jul 20, 2024

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According to James Marcia, the two dimensions of identity are

A) temperament and attachment.
B) exploration and commitment.
C) parenting style and attachment.
D) accommodation and assimilation.

James Marcia

A developmental psychologist known for his work on adolescent identity formation and the identity status theory.

Identity

The qualities, beliefs, personality, looks, and/or expressions that make a person (self-identity) or group (particular social category or social group).

Exploration And Commitment

Concepts in identity development where exploration involves searching for one's values and options, and commitment involves making decisions about one's identity and sticking to them.

  • Understand the process of identity formation and the factors influencing it during adolescence and young adulthood.
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AB
Allex BarcellosJul 24, 2024
Final Answer :
B
Explanation :
James Marcia identified the two dimensions of identity as exploration (trying out different options) and commitment (making a decision and sticking to it). These dimensions form four identity statuses: identity diffusion, foreclosure, moratorium, and identity achievement.