Rob is a teenager who often skips school to go to the movies. He has no interest in studies and gets angry when his parents try to speak to him about his attitude. In the context of James Marcia's identity statuses, Rob is most likely in the _____.

A) identity actualization stage
B) identity realization stage
C) identity achievement stage
D) identity diffusion stage

Identity Diffusion

A status of unclear or poorly formed personal identity, often leading to confusion and indecision about personal values, career choices, and beliefs.

James Marcia

A developmental psychologist known for his work on adolescent identity formation and the Identity Status Interview method.

Identity Statuses

The various stages of development an individual goes through in the process of forming a stable sense of identity.