Thomas believes he is uniquely invulnerable to the consequences of drinking and driving.His thinking reflects ________.
A)the imaginary audience
B)the optimism of ignorance
C)the personal fable
D)adolescent psychopathology

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Thomas's belief that he is uniquely invulnerable to the consequences of drinking and driving reflects the concept of the personal fable, a cognitive distortion experienced by some adolescents who feel that they are special and unique, to the extent that none of the rules or dangers apply to them in the same way they apply to others. This is part of their egocentric belief system during development.

Thomas Believes He Is Uniquely Invulnerable to the Consequences of Drinking