Sharleen Believes She Is Unlike Anyone Else and Is Invulnerable

question 33

Multiple Choice

Sharleen believes she is unlike anyone else and is invulnerable. When she is having a crisis and her parents try to talk to her, Sharleen says, "You can't possibly understand what I'm going through!" This reflects which aspect of adolescent cognitive development?

• A)imaginary audience
• B)formal operations
• C)deductive reasoning
• D)personal fable
• E)role diffusion

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Definitions:

External Factors

Elements outside an individual's control that can influence outcomes, behaviors, or decisions, including social, environmental, and economic factors.

Internal Consequences

Outcomes that affect one’s inner self, such as emotions or psychological well-being, resulting from one's actions.

Hold Grudges

The persistent feeling of ill will or resentment resulting from a past insult or injury.

Physical Health

Describes the condition of a person's body, including whether it is free from illness or injury.