Erikson's Adolescence Crisis

During adolescence, individuals undergo significant psychological and emotional changes that contribute to their identity formation. Erik Erikson proposed that this stage of development is characterized by a specific psychosocial crisis. It is essential to understand the ramifications of this crisis and how it affects adolescents as they navigate issues of personal integrity and social relationships. Which of the following psychosocial crises, according to Erikson, specifically defines the adolescent stage of development?