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When a person is unable to bring his various childhood identifications into one effective adult personality, the individual is said to have identity _______________.
 
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Question 2

During a conversation with a male client, he voices that he really appreciates his family, likes his job, and enjoys groups in which he volunteers. According to Maslow's theory, what is this client experiencing?
 
  a. Symbolization
  b. Self-actualization
  c. Equilibrium
  d. Identification



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Answer to Question 1

diffusion
Identity diffusion prevents a person from knowing who he is or having a clear picture of himself. These individuals have difficulty developing meaningful relationships or knowing what they want to do with their lives.

Answer to Question 2

B
In Maslow's hierarchy of needs theory, a person is said to have reached the highest human need of self-actualization when all basic needs are met, the individual is self-directed, and the individual has reached the highest potential. Symbolization and identification are common defense mechanisms, and equilibrium is a state wherein all body systems are in balance.



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