Thornton is easily upset and will throw his toys in a tantrum; at other times he will cry if he doesn't get what he wants. Thornton sometimes pulls his younger sister's hair when he is angry. He does not communicate well with friends or adults. According to Baumrind, it is MOST likely that his parents are engaged in which type of parenting?
A) abusive
B) authoritarian
C) authoritative
D) permissive-neglectful

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Thornton's behaviors suggest a reaction to authoritarian parenting, where parents are highly demanding but not responsive, leading to frustration and acting out in children.

Thornton Is Easily Upset and Will Throw His Toys in a Tantrum;