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What is the occurence in adolescents where they tend not to think that death can happen to them, and, therefore, they get involved in risy behavior(s)?

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This is referred to as Personal Fable. This is a belief that is common in young people that makes them believe they are unique or special to the point that they begin to believe that none of life's difficulties or problems will affect them no matter how reckless they act.
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