Question

Lulu's parents have told her that as long as she becomes a doctor, they will pay for her schooling. lulu, however, really wants to become a chemistry teacher. when she tells her parents of her desire to study chemistry and teaching, they tell her to apply for financial aid. lulu responds with sadness, anxiety, and distress. lulu's parents have established _____

Answer 1

Answer: condition of worth 

Conditions of worth are usually acquired in childhood and are transmitted to the child.  She/ he learns that it's only going to be accepted or loved if s/he behaves, thinks and feels as is told to.  If Lulu doesn't want to be what her parents wants her to be, she will receive disapproval and rejection.