The intensity of this complex is determined by how much the person yearns for their uniqueness and individuality to set them apart from everyone else. There are three known levels of this complex (4 if you include a lack of the complex). The first level being independence, where one does not care about being different from others in order to get their point across even if they know it will anger people. This can stem from many situations like parental renunciation or intellect superiority for example; those with independence tend to have very strong wills and when crossed would likely retaliate harshly. The second level that would be typical rebellion, which is characterized by trying out new things just for the sake of being different. This level is usually seen in adolescents who are just beginning to discover the world and what they think about it. A third level would be unyielding authenticity, where an individual strives for their individuality so badly that if anyone tries to alter them in any way they will fight back with everything they have got.
