It's Friday night and Phillipe's parents are going out for dinner. "Would you like to come with us?" they ask. Phillipe turns down the invitation, saying, "I can't be seen with my parents on Friday night. That's too embarrassing!" He is displaying the characteristic of:

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Phillipe is displaying the characteristic of the imaginary audience, where he believes that others are constantly watching and judging him, making him feel self-conscious about being seen with his parents.

It's Friday Night and Phillipe's Parents Are Going Out for Dinner