When Doug was an infant, his parents did not respond positively to his unique, loveable characteristics. As an adult, he finds himself searching in vain for such a positive response from those around him. Kohut would explain Doug's situation by stating that
a) Doug has become narcissistic.
b) Doug's parents mirrored him too much.
c) Doug's problem is caused by inborn physiological brain abnormalities.
d) Doug's parents used an authoritative parenting style.
Answer: a) Doug has become narcissistic.
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