Recognize the cry for help
The statement, "I don't
know who I am!" by an upset adolescent, may represent a serious
cry for help and should be regarded as such by
others, because this kind of a scenario can turn into a family
emergency or a life-threatening identity crisis, very quickly.
Be aware that having an identity crisis is a painful
experience
Going
through an identity crisis can be a very painful as well as a highly
emotional, personal experience for an adolescent. It can also result in a lot
of pain for others including parents, siblings and friends, if not dealt with
immediately and appropriately.
Know that there is a high degree of
confusion in an identity crisis
A person going through an
identity crisis may feel very confused, as well as depressed, lost and alone.
He or she may be trying to find him or herself by seeking directives
from you and others.
Begin to build and maintain positive
and constructive interpersonal relations with others
Beginning to build and
maintain positive, constructive relationships, with someone who is going
through an identity crisis is very important. This person may go astray
easily. He or she may also be suicidal, or become involved with negative
and destructive behaviors in an attempt to establish some kind of
an identity. If you are the one who is going into an identity crisis, seek
positive and constructive directives from professionals, immediately.
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