Love that feels like it has to be earned may get children to comply, but studies of teens and young adults link it to shame, resentment and…

When children feel their parents' love depends on how they perform, they may comply, but research on teens and young adults links it to shame, resentment and unsteady self-worth.

By Graeme Brown · Nov 12, 2026

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