Lindsay is a freshman at college and has her first serious boyfriend there. Her parents can't stand him. According to the theory of psychological reactance, what should her parents do to discourage the relationship?

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According to the theory of psychological reactance, people often do the opposite of what they are told when they feel their freedom is threatened. By saying very little, Lindsay's parents avoid triggering her reactance and may discourage the relationship without direct opposition.

Lindsay Is a Freshman at College and Has Her First