Description

An identity crisis is a psychological state where an individual experiences confusion about their sense of self and personal identity. This often occurs during significant life transitions or changes and can lead to anxiety and uncertainty about one's role in society.

Interpreter Notes

Interpreters should be aware that 'Crisis de Identidad' may be used in various clinical settings, including psychology and psychiatry. It is important to maintain a formal register and avoid colloquial terms that may not convey the same clinical significance. Some may use 'crisis de personalidad' as a colloquial variant, which should be avoided in formal contexts.

Example Sentences

EN: During adolescence, many individuals go through an identity crisis as they explore their personal values and beliefs.

ES: Durante la adolescencia, muchos individuos atraviesan una crisis de identidad mientras exploran sus valores y creencias personales.

Common Interpreter Mistakes

Confusing 'Crisis de Identidad' with 'crisis de personalidad'; mispronouncing 'identidad' as 'identidad'; using informal language that undermines the clinical context.