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The theoretical basis of Moeller's paper is E. H. Erikson's model of psychosocial developmental phases. The term 'social adolescence' is suggested for the delay inherent in the life situation of students whose independent social and family life is often postponed until adulthood. The resulting phasespecific conflicts are delayed adolescent problems, problems of young adult life and problems arising from the terminal phase of social adolescence. The impact of these psychosocial phases on treatment is illustrated by systematically analysed interviews. One decisive release mechanism of student protest is seen in frustrated identity.