When parents are alienated from their children, their negative labeling reduces their children's self-image and increases delinquency. This is referred to as:

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Reflected appraisals refer to the process by which individuals form their self-image based on how they believe others view them. When parents alienate their children and label them negatively, these children may internalize these perceptions, leading to a reduced self-image and potentially increased delinquency.

When Parents Are Alienated from Their Children, Their Negative Labeling