When adolescents misdirect their own preoccupation about themselves on to others and assume that they are the focus of others' attention, they are engaging in:
A) social referencing.
B) metacognition.
C) personal fable.
D) imaginary audience.

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Imaginary audience refers to adolescents’ belief that they are constantly being watched, judged, and evaluated by others. This can lead them to become overly self-conscious and preoccupied with their appearance, behavior, and opinions, and to assume that others are equally preoccupied with them. This can contribute to the development of self-conscious emotions like embarrassment, shame, and pride.

When Adolescents Misdirect Their Own Preoccupation About Themselves on to Others