Self-reports from children whose parents used conditional regard showed that the children had:
A) confidence that their parents approved of them.
B) defensive skills to become more independent as adults.
C) poor coping skills and fluctuating levels of self-esteem.
D) a warm emotional relationship with others.

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Children whose parents use conditional regard may have poor coping skills and fluctuating levels of self-esteem because they receive approval and affection only when they meet their parents' expectations or behave in a certain way. They may feel anxious or insecure about their worthiness and abilities when they fail to meet those standards or when they sense that their parents' love is conditional. This may lead them to seek validation from others or to engage in self-destructive behaviors to boost their self-esteem. While they may still have a warm emotional relationship with others, their sense of self-worth may be fragile and contingent on external factors. Therefore, option C is the best choice based on the evidence provided.

Self-Reports from Children Whose Parents Used Conditional Regard Showed That