A common parental reaction to a child with special needs is parental overprotection. What parental behavior is suggestive of this behavior?

A) Giving inconsistent discipline
B) Providing consistent, strict discipline
C) Forcing child to help self, even when not capable
D) Encouraging social and educational activities not appropriate to child's level of capability

Parental overprotection is manifested by the parents' fear of letting the child achieve any new skill; they allow the child to avoid all discipline and cater to every desire to prevent frustration. Overprotective parents do not set limits and or institute discipline; prefer to remain in the role of total caregiver; do not allow the child to perform self-care; and do not encourage the child to participate in social and educational activities.