Written by the Fiveable Content Team โข Last updated September 2025
Verified for the 2026 exam
Verified for the 2026 examโขWritten by the Fiveable Content Team โข Last updated September 2025
Definition
An adolescent's struggle refers to the challenges and conflicts that arise during the process of developing one's identity, particularly in trying to establish a distinct sense of self apart from their family.
A state of confusion or uncertainty about one's self-identity, often experienced during adolescence when individuals may question aspects of themselves and struggle to find a cohesive sense of identity.