Peter was a $70-$year$-$old widower who developed a serious illness and could

no longer work or maintain his home. His sons, Craig and Neil, visited one

day and each offered to move in and help him.

"You're my kids!" Peter protested angrily. "lits my job to watch out for youf"

"That was when we were kids, Dad," Neil said. "You and Mom did such a

great job caring for us that we're able to help you now."

Graig added, $"$It doesn't matter who's mowing the lawn or paying the bills.

You're our dad. Always. Let us be the caregivers, at least until you're better."

Peter became angrier and said, "I will not have my kids taking care of me$.$ Ill

find a way to make it work. Now both of you, please leave."

Based on the information given, the relationship between Peter and his

sons could be described as destructive for which of the following reasons?

$?$

Jealousy

Inflexibility of roles

Suspicion

Lack of appreciation