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How do we form impressions? What source
we process quicker?
There are 5 key sources in forming impressions are 1. Appearance 2. Verbal behavior 3. Actions 4. Non verbal behavior 5. Situations. We absorb negative behavior or a even that is relevant TERM 2
What are snap
judgments?
DEFINITION 2 They are made only on a few bit of information and preconcieved bits of notion. We only make these judgements when we are not motivated to make a accurate impression on someone TERM 3
What are systematic judgements?
DEFINITION 3 Its more of a controlled processing, that affects ourhappinessand our welfare. TERM 4
What are internal attributions?
DEFINITION 4 When we make attributions to the cause of other behaviors through personality traits,abilities or feelings. TERM 5
What are external attributions?
DEFINITION 5 When we make attirbutions of other causes of behavior due to situational demands or enviromental constraints.
When are we most likely to make attributions
to others?
When others behave in a negative way, when events are relevant, when we are suspicious about others motives. TERM 7
Define and think of examples of confirmation
bias?
DEFINITION 7 Well first of all confirmation bias is Seeking information of ones belief while not pursuing disconfirmation information. For example A person will only find about a particular stuff in which she only beliefs, not what she doesnt believe. TERM 8
Define and think examples of Self fulfilling
prophecy?
DEFINITION 8 Expectations of a person causes the person to behave in a way toward that persons in which that person confirms the impresson. TERM 9
What is the outgroup homogenity
effect?
DEFINITION 9 People in the other group are more alike than you think they are really. TERM 10
Define and think of an example of the
Fundamental attribution error?
DEFINITION 10 Tendency to explain other peoples behavior as a result of personal not situational. We tend to jump to conclusions.
In interpersonal communication, Define the 6
compenents (from sender to context)
- Sender-person who initiates the message2. reciever- message to whom the person was targeted3. message- the informtion is sent from the sender to the reciever.4. Channel- sensory channel in which the message reaches to the reciever5.Noise- A stimulus that interferes in accurately expressing or understanding the message. TERM 17
Why is effective communication so
important?
DEFINITION 17 Because the good communication always leads to a satisfying relationship. But in bad communication it leads to break ups. TERM 18
What is proxemics and what factors
determine our preference for personal space?
DEFINITION 18 Proxemics is the study of personal space. Factors include the culture, the status of the individual, and how well you know the person. TERM 19
What aspect of eye contact is the most
meaningful in a nonverbal communication?
DEFINITION 19 THE DURATION OF IT! TERM 20
What is kinesics? What do open and closed
postures look like and communicate?
DEFINITION 20 Kinesics is the study of communication through body movements. Open posture is when you are relaxed but in a closed posture you are defensive or tenion ka lehne ka.
What is paralanguage? what are some
examples?
Para languageis how something is said rather than how it is said. You can say something nicely or scream it but message can be the same. TERM 22
What is self disclosure? and what are its side
effects?
DEFINITION 22 Self disclosure is the act of sharing information about yourself with another person. Sharing problems with others makes a boost in mental health. Sharing feelings makes closeness. Self disclosure in relationships leads to relationship satisfaction. TERM 23
What are some tips for effective listening?
DEFINITION 23 Face the speaker in interest with nonverbal cues like suppose face the speaker squarely, lean towards them,try not to cross your arms or legs,MAINTAIN EYE CONTACT. TERM 24
What are some consequences of
communication apprehension?
DEFINITION 24 Anxiety to have to talk with others. The consequences are Withdrawal,Avoidance,Disruption,and overcommunication. TERM 25
What are the five types of conflict? Give
example of each
DEFINITION 25
- Psuedoconflict- false conflict from game playing2.Fact- based conflict- Disagreement about factual issues.3.Policy conflict-Disagreement on how to handle a situation4.Value- based conflict- Disagreemtn when people have on opposing viewpoints.5.Ego-based conflict-Emphasis on winning rather than resolving a conflict.
Define social exchange theory? Give some
examples?
It is a cost-benefit anyasis in a relationship. If the rewards outweigh the cost then I stay bitch. TERM 32
How do investments in a relationships affect
commitment?
DEFINITION 32 Because people contribute relationship that they cant get back if they end. The more you invest the stronger the commitement. TERM 33
Why do men have less intimate friendships
than any other country?
DEFINITION 33 Men appear to be self sufficient, they are feared of homosexuality, men see each other as competitors. TERM 34
What are different types of "love"according to
Sternberg?
DEFINITION 34
- Intimacy-warmth,closing,sharing2 Passion3.Commitment
