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

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Brehm's theory of psychological reactance asserts that when someone feels that their freedom is being threatened, they will react by asserting their freedom and doing the opposite of what is being told to them. Therefore, for Lindsay's parents to discourage the relationship, saying very little about him would be the best choice. This way, Lindsay would not feel like her freedom to choose her partner is being threatened and would be less likely to rebel against her parents' wishes.

Lindsay Is a Freshman at College, and Has Her First