According to the Self-Determination theory, all of the following scenarios exhibit parenting qualities that help promote children's well-being EXCEPT ______.
A) a parent provides healthy snack options for them to choose from after school
B) a parent enforces their perspective on what the child should say to their friend
C) a parent listens to and acknowledges why the child engaged in a certain behavior.
D) a parent encourages their child to approach their peers and start a conversation

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Self-Determination Theory emphasizes autonomy, competence, and relatedness. Enforcing a perspective on a child (choice B) undermines their autonomy, contrasting with the theory's principles that support well-being through encouragement of choice and understanding. Choices A, C, and D promote autonomy, competence, and relatedness, aligning with the theory.

According to the Self-Determination Theory, All of the Following Scenarios