Ginny is an adolescent who currently has a small pimple on her cheek that is causing her to be overly self-conscious. She is convinced that everyone she meets stares at and talks about her pimple. Ginny's behavior illustrates which concept?
A. a sense of idealism
B. the imaginary audience
C. the personal fable
D. puberty
Answer: B
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