Self-Centered Belief

Definition

Self-centered belief refers to the cognitive bias in which adolescents perceive themselves as unique and invulnerable, leading to an exaggerated sense of personal uniqueness and a feeling of being protected from harm.

Related terms

Illusion of Invulnerability: This term describes the tendency for individuals, especially adolescents, to believe that they are less likely to experience harm or negative events compared to others.

Personal Fable: It refers to the belief that one's thoughts, feelings, and experiences are completely unique and exceptional, making them different from everyone else.

Optimistic Bias: This term represents the inclination for individuals, including adolescents, to believe that they are less likely to experience negative events or more likely to experience positive events compared to others.