With reference to the case below, answer the following question.

Deepak is a class 12 student who is unable to decide which course to pursue after 12^th. He is having difficulty in deciding between Physics and Economics as he likes to study both the subjects and wants to pursue them in undergraduation. Due to this he is unable to focus on any other goal. His friends and family are also posing demands on him which is making him feel frustrated. To overcome this he started deep breathing and following a diet.

Deepak is having difficulty in selecting the course he wishes to pursue, which means he is experiencing _______ along with frustration.

Conflict

Deepak's difficulty in selecting the course he wishes to pursue is causing him to experience conflict. Conflict is a state of mental or emotional disharmony caused by incompatible or opposing desires, needs, or goals. In this case, Deepak's desire to pursue both physics and economics is creating an internal conflict within him.

The other options are not as appropriate:

• Jealously is a feeling of envy or resentment towards someone who has something that you want. There is no indication that Deepak is feeling jealous of anyone in this case.
• Aggression is hostile or violent behavior towards another person. There is no indication that Deepak is being aggressive in this case.
• Envy is a feeling of discontent or covetousness towards someone else's advantages. While Deepak may be envious of people who have already made a decision about their future, this envy is not the primary source of his conflict.