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Communication and Well-Being Quiz
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Communication and Well-Being Quiz

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Which of the following statements best describes the effect that communication has on our physical well-being? (Select all that apply)

  • How much we communicate impacts our mental health but has little to no effect on our physical health.
  • Too much communication has been frequently linked to fatigue and mental illness.
  • People who have only limited communication with others tend to be physically healthier than those who have prolonged communications.
  • A lack of communication and social relationships can cause a range of physical and mental illnesses. (correct)

    • Communication as the means of coming to know who we are is known as satisfying ________ needs.

  • identity (correct)
  • social
  • "I-Thou" relationship
  • physical

    • Communication is used to satisfy instrumental goals, which means ________.

  • getting people to behave the way we want them to (correct)
  • becoming competent in a first or second language
  • establishing our social roles and identities
  • creating rewarding interpersonal relationships

    • How does the transactional model of communication differ from the linear model?

    <p>The transactional model interprets communication as happening simultaneously between speakers rather than in a unidirectional manner.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    An illness that interferes with a person's ability to accurately receive a message is an example of ________ noise.

    <p>physiological</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of noise is accounted for in a transactional model of communication but not in a linear model?

    <p>feeling so upset that it is difficult to understand what a speaker is saying</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is not a principle of communication?

    <p>Communication is reversible.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What distinguishes interpersonal communication in a qualitative approach?

    <p>treating each person in the interaction as unique individuals</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are the three features that distinguish interpersonal communication from less personal communication?

    <p>uniqueness, irreplaceability, and interdependence</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Martin Buber states that 'I-It' and 'I-Thou' represent two ways in which humans can relate to one another. What is the difference between these two types of relationships?

    <p>'I-It' relationships are stable, predictable, and detached.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    All of the following statements are true except

    <p>Communication can solve all your problems.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Cognitive complexity is

    <p>the ability to construct a variety of frameworks for viewing an issue.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which statement below is the best example of self-monitoring?

    <p>&quot;I'm talking too much.&quot;</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In one survey, managers across the country rated the abilities to speak and listen effectively as second in importance, right after technical competence.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    According to your text, you are like a transmitter that can be shut off. When you no longer want to send messages, you can simply stop.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    According to your text, the biggest mistake you can make as a communicator is to assume that saying something is the same thing as communicating it.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    According to your textbook, Watson's use of the Urban Dictionary teaches us that artificial intelligence can easily learn the complicated, ever-changing ins and outs of human communication.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    During the 'skillfulness' stage of acquiring a new skill, you are able to handle yourself well, but you still need to actively think about what you're doing.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    A traditional phone message includes which of the cues of a face-to-face conversation?

    <p>Vocal tone.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    According to your text, studies have found leaner mediated communication can be advantageous when _____________.

    <p>you want people to focus on what you're saying rather than your appearance</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Synchronicity is the condition when communicators are all _______________.

    <p>connected in real time</p> Signup and view all the answers

    According to your text, when conducting a meeting online, business professionals should follow each of these rules except:

    <p>Use whatever equipment you have available.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Research shows that, when online, communicators express themselves ___________.

    <p>more honestly and with less self-monitoring</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When compared with marital relationships that began in person, those that started online had ____________.

    <p>slightly higher satisfaction rates and slightly lower incidences of breakups</p> Signup and view all the answers

    According to your text, studies have revealed that the mere presence of mobile devices can have a negative effect during face-to-face discussions related to all of these except __________.

    <p>conversation topics</p> Signup and view all the answers

    As she described in the Reading Feature 'Virtually Separated,' Caitlin's online relationship with Will enabled her to do all of the following except:

    <p>Learn that Will could be an attentive partner.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In the Reading Feature 'Social Networking, Survival, and Healing,' Brad K. explains that social media saved his life by offering him ________________.

    <p>continual messages of encouragement</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In the Reading Feature 'Alone Together,' your text explains that communication with digital devices causes us to develop all of the following habits except:

    <p>We use digital dictionaries more often.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In one study, communicators who were assigned feminine avatars ________ than did those with masculine avatars.

    <p>expressed more emotion, made more apologies, and used more tentative language</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Your text suggests all of the following are indicators that you are probably spending too much time online except __________________.

    <p>decrease in time needed online to achieve satisfaction</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In the Ethical Challenges Feature 'The Ethics of Online Anonymity,' your text asserts that, in most social media, the veil of anonymity provides cover for ________________.

    <p>insensitive and hurtful comments that few people would make if their identity was known</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Leaner messages are always less effective than richer messages.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When an isolated communicator's sense of self-efficacy increases due to successful mediated communication, he or she is likely to increase the amount of time spent in mediated communication and become more isolated.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In the Looking at Diversity Feature 'Forging Relationships with Social Media,' Kevin Schomaker says online communication has been beneficial for him because he's able to make a first impression that doesn't include his developmental disability.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Researchers using word-count programs found that men tend to use about the same number of large words, nouns, and swear words as do women.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In mediated messages, men and women use the word 'we' about equally, but in different ways.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    According to your text, digital natives tend to prefer different digital communication channels more than do digital immigrants.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    According to some surveys, 70 percent of job recruiters in the United States have hired candidates because of information found online.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Communication and Well-Being

    • A lack of communication and social relationships can lead to various physical and mental illnesses.
    • Communication significantly influences our mental health rather than our physical health.

    Identity Needs

    • Communication is crucial for satisfying identity needs, helping individuals understand who they are.

    Instrumental Goals of Communication

    • Instrumental goals refer to using communication to influence others’ behavior according to our desires.

    Communication Models

    • The transactional model views communication as a simultaneous exchange between speakers, unlike the linear model, which is unidirectional.

    Types of Noise

    • Physiological noise is an illness that hinders a person's ability to accurately receive messages.
    • Internal emotional states, like feeling upset, can impact understanding in a transaction model but not in a linear model.

    Principles of Communication

    • Communication is irreversible, unrepeatable, and has both content and relational dimensions.

    Qualitative Approach in Interpersonal Communication

    • In qualitative interpersonal communication, individuals are treated as unique, enhancing the personal connection.

    Distinct Features of Interpersonal Communication

    • Interpersonal communication is characterized by uniqueness, irreplaceability, and interdependence.

    Buber's Relationship Types

    • "I-It" relationships are stable and detached, whereas "I-Thou" relationships emphasize deeper connections.

    Misconceptions in Communication

    • Effective communication requires skills and is not just the act of speaking.

    Cognitive Complexity

    • Cognitive complexity allows individuals to develop multiple frameworks for understanding various issues.

    Self-Monitoring

    • Self-monitoring involves awareness of one's own communication behavior.

    Communication in Professional Contexts

    • Speaking and listening abilities are rated as the most critical skills by managers.
    • Digital communication can alter perceptions and engagement, leading to both advantages and disadvantages.

    Online Communication Dynamics

    • Online relationships initiated on digital platforms can yield higher satisfaction rates with lower breakup incidences.
    • The presence of mobile devices can detract from face-to-face conversations by affecting connection and quality.

    Social Media and Support

    • Social media can provide ongoing support and encouragement, crucial for mental well-being.

    Anonymity and Communication Ethics

    • Anonymity on social media platforms often leads to insensitive comments that individuals may not express if identified.

    Digital Communication Preferences

    • Digital natives prefer certain communication channels over digital immigrants, indicating generational differences in style and preference.

    Gender Differences in Communication

    • Research indicates that men and women communicate differently, utilizing language and expressions uniquely.

    Impact of Mediated Communication

    • Increased self-efficacy through mediated communication can lead to more isolation despite perceived confidence in communication abilities.

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    Description

    This quiz explores the critical aspects of communication and its impact on well-being, identity, and behavior. It includes various communication models, noise types, and principles of effective communication. Test your knowledge on how communication influences mental health and social relationships.

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