Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
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10511780 | Journal of Adolescent Health | 2010 | 5 Pages |
Abstract
Contrary to the folk wisdom that adolescents have a unique sense of invulnerability, the individuals studied here reported an exaggerated sense of mortality, which was highest among those reporting greater threats in their lives. Such fears could affect adolescents' short-term well-being and future planning.
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Authors
Baruch Ph.D., Wändi Ph.D., Andrew M. Ph.D., Susan G. Ph.D., Bonnie L. Ph.D.,