Fifteen-year-old Harriet has begun to write an impassioned novel about growing up in Canada.In her novel she describes her experiences in a way that portrays herself as unique and special,such that no one has ever thought such deep thoughts or experienced such ecstasy before.Harriet's writings most clearly reflect __________________.
A)her sense of autonomy
B)the personal fable
C)the period of rebellion common to all adolescents
D)her developing sense of conscience

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Harriet's belief that she is unique and special and that no one has ever experienced what she has before is a classic example of the personal fable, which is a common cognitive distortion among adolescents. This involves the belief that one's experiences and feelings are unique and not shared by others.

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