An adolescent tells his caregivers that he is not going to school on a particular day because he doesn't have anything appropriate to wear and there is a zit (skin eruption) on his face. This behavior exemplifies which of the following concepts?

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Elkind's concept of the imaginary audience refers to adolescents' belief that they are constantly being watched and judged by others. This can lead to heightened self-consciousness and concern over appearance or minor imperfections, such as not having the right clothes to wear or having a visible zit, as they believe these will be the focus of everyone's attention.

An Adolescent Tells His Caregivers That He Is Not Going