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Extreme refers to the belief held by adolescents that their thoughts, feelings, and experiences are unique and more intense than those of anyone else. It is a characteristic of adolescent egocentrism.
Adolescents' belief that they are special and invincible, leading them to engage in risky behaviors.
The belief that others are constantly watching and judging an adolescent's every move or action.
Optimistic Bias: The tendency for adolescents to believe that negative events are less likely to happen to them compared to others.