Lee's parents are very important to him.He seeks their affection and approval.What term describes his parents?

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Significant others refer to those individuals who are important to us and whose opinions and attitudes matter to us. In the case of Lee, his parents are significant others as he seeks their affection and approval. The term "generalized other" refers to an individual's perception of the attitudes and expectations of society as a whole. "Looking-glass self" refers to the process of forming our self-concept based on how we think others perceive us. "I" to "me" transition refers to the process of becoming aware of oneself as a distinct individual with a unique perspective.

Lee's Parents Are Very Important to Him