The aim of the research is to test empirically teenage myths as psychological preconditions for self-destructive behaviour. The paper describes two functions of a teenage myth. The first one, protective and compensatory function, is common among adolescents having problems in interpersonal relationships, guilt, rejection of the past and fear of the future. The second one creates prerequisites for self-destructive behaviour and is realised through the use of nicotine, alcohol and drugs, as well as Internet addiction.
uniqueness, invulnerability, omnipotence.
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