Studies on the concept of ego identity that was proposed by Erikson showed that:

A) it is negatively related to maternal identification.
B) younger men experience lower levels of psychological distress than do older men.
C) women are more successful than men in achieving ego identity.
D) adolescents who developed trust and autonomy displayed a high level of identity cohesion.

Ego Identity

A concept in psychology that refers to the coherent sense of self that develops through social interaction and becomes a central aspect of an individual's personality.

Maternal Identification

The process by which a child incorporates aspects of their mother (or primary caretaker's) behaviors, attributes, or attitudes into their own developing personality.

Psychological Distress

A state of emotional suffering characterized by symptoms such as anxiety, depression, and stress, often as a reaction to life situations.