Mia's parents told her that they expected her to become a doctor like her father and grandfather before her. They told her that if she chose any other career, they would no longer support her or respect her choice. According to Rogers, Mia's parents were giving her __________ regard.

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Rogers' concept of conditional positive regard refers to when acceptance and love are contingent upon the child behaving in ways that the parents find acceptable. In this case, Mia's parents are only offering their support and respect if she becomes a doctor, making it conditional.

Mia's Parents Told Her That They Expected Her to Become