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What social development happens during middle adulthood?

According to Erik Erikson's psychosocial theory, middle adulthood is dominated by the stage of generativity versus stagnation, where individuals focus on making a mark on the world. The social development that happens during middle adulthood is complex, with shifting family roles, evolving friendships, and significant career transitions creating both challenges and opportunities for growth.

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