Studies of ego identity show that

A) it is negatively related to maternal identification.
B) there are seven psychosocial criteria.
C) women are more successful than men in achieving ego identity.
D) adolescents high in ego identity develop trust, autonomy, initiative, and industriousness.

Ego Identity

A sense of oneself as a distinct, continuous entity, often discussed in the context of Erik Erikson's psychosocial development stages.

Psychosocial Criteria

Refers to standards or principles used to evaluate an individual's psychological and social development or well-being.

Adolescents

Individuals in the transition phase between childhood and adulthood, typically between the ages of 13 and 19, experiencing significant physical, psychological, and social changes.