Erikson's Virtue in Young Adulthood

During a routine health promotion visit, a nurse assesses a 28-year-old female client. The client expresses concerns about the challenges she faces in balancing her career, social life, and health. This phase of adulthood is characterized by significant responsibilities and the potential for increased stress. Considering Erikson's psychosocial development theory, the nurse should understand that this client is likely grappling with the challenge of establishing intimacy versus isolation, which is crucial during this stage of development.

Fill in the blank: In Erikson's theory, the successful resolution of the challenge faced by adults aged 18-40 years leads to the virtue of __________.