Question

Marsha has spent very little time thinking about her career options, but she knows that she wants to be an electrical engineer, just like her mother and father. Her school counselor is concerned because Marsha shows little interest in math and science. However, her parents are very proud. They assume that Marsha will begin to enjoy math and science once she joins a college. Which of the following labels best describes Marsha's identity status?A. Identity achievement
B. Identity foreclosure
C. Identity moratorium
D. Identity diffusion

Answer 1

Answer:

B). Identity foreclosure.

Explanation:

'Identity foreclosure' is exemplified as the phase that one faces the discovering their self-identity and in which he/she prematurely accepts and determines their identity and what they are without exploring the further ideas or options that may reveal the another side of their self. Thus, such an identity is considered 'foreclosed'.

As per the question, 'identity foreclosed' label would best illustrate Marsha's identity status as she prematurely commits her identity as an 'electrical engineer' without exploring her interest, skill, or ability(as she does not have interest in math and science). Thus, she 'forecloses' her identity without considering her true interest and potential. Therefore, option B is the correct answer.