When Growing Up, John's Parents Were Uncomfortable Every Time That

Multiple Choice

When growing up, John's parents were uncomfortable every time that John happened to be sad. As a result, John now disapproves of his own sad feelings, even when they are appropriate. Carl Rogers and other humanistic theorists would consider John's attitude towards his sad feelings as an example of

A) a condition of worth
B) an inferiority complex
C) a need for positive self-regard
D) a need for positive regard