He called this stage of development identity versus role confusion. At this age children explore their individuality and independence. They develop a sense of who they are and where they belong. Those adolescents who receive the right encouragement and reinforcement at this stage of development will develop a strong sense of identity and also a feeling of individuality. Those teenagers who continue to be uncertain about themselves and their desires will feel insecure and unsure about themselves and their future. Adolescents who successfully complete this stage will lead to strong reliability, which Erikson defined as the ability to live up to world standards and