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Personal fable as a whole was found to be a multidimensional construct, contrary to the belief of it being invariably negative. Omnipotence was not correlated with any negative outcomes and in fact was correlated with superior adjustment and feelings of self-worth.
a belief in one’s uniqueness and invulnerability, which is an expression of adolescent egocentrism and may extend further into the lifespan. Also called invincibility fable. [first described by U.S. developmental psychologist David Elkind (1931– )]
A personal fable is a term used in psychology to describe the belief that one’s thoughts and feelings are unique, special, and somehow more important than those of other people. It is often associated with adolescents as they begin to explore their identities in relation to others.
The personal fable, a concept first introduced by psychologist David Elkind in the 1960s, is a cognitive construct that leads adolescents to believe they are unique, invulnerable, and destined for greatness.
A personal fable is a concept in adolescent development that refers to an individual's belief in their own uniqueness and invulnerability, often leading them to feel that their experiences and emotions are different from those of others.
In the realm of developmental psychology, the concept of the personal fable refers to an adolescent’s belief in their own uniqueness and invulnerability, often accompanied by a sense of drama and personal narrative that is distinct from others.
A corollary to the imaginary audience, the personal fable (PF) yields a sense of invulnerability and speciality commonly associated with behavioral risk-taking. When regarded as a developmental phenomenon, risk-taking is thought to be the result of cognitive immaturity.