Identity diffusion is variously described in different areas of psychology related to adolescents in context with different issues. The common usage meaning, which is:
is described as a frame of reference to normal identity and character development. In some cases, however, identity diffusion is referred to as an actual character pathology, far more serious than the normal teenage identity crisis. (This pathology is a particularly complex, multifaceted psychological concept. We suggest further reading from professional sources for those wishing to investigate the subject in depth.) |
Examples of Identity Diffusion:
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A normal adolescent state of identity diffusion involves a process of learning and decision. An abnormal state of identity diffusion relates to what's called a lack of genuine identity. https://facstaff.unca.edu/himelein/perserik.htm https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Identity_%28social_science%29 https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/James_Marcia |
