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What do Ambady and Rosenthal refer to as 'thin slices of behavior'?
What do Ambady and Rosenthal refer to as 'thin slices of behavior'?
In the study by Ambady and Rosenthal involving college teachers, what did participants rate based solely on thin slices of behavior?
In the study by Ambady and Rosenthal involving college teachers, what did participants rate based solely on thin slices of behavior?
What can a judge's nonverbal actions predict in the context of giving instructions to juries?
What can a judge's nonverbal actions predict in the context of giving instructions to juries?
How do people accurately judge sexual orientation according to Rule & Alaei (2016)?
How do people accurately judge sexual orientation according to Rule & Alaei (2016)?
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Why do Westerners tend to view direct eye contact as a sign of truthfulness and friendliness?
Why do Westerners tend to view direct eye contact as a sign of truthfulness and friendliness?
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What factors can affect initial impressions of someone, according to the text?
What factors can affect initial impressions of someone, according to the text?
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According to Nalini Ambady and Robert Rosenthal, how much can people learn from body language?
According to Nalini Ambady and Robert Rosenthal, how much can people learn from body language?
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In the context provided, what did Cory Booker demonstrate during his time as mayor of Newark, New Jersey?
In the context provided, what did Cory Booker demonstrate during his time as mayor of Newark, New Jersey?
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How do facial expressions and gestures influence your judgment of others, according to the text?
How do facial expressions and gestures influence your judgment of others, according to the text?
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What did Ambady and Rosenthal find regarding people's ability to make judgments based on body language observations?
What did Ambady and Rosenthal find regarding people's ability to make judgments based on body language observations?
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Study Notes
Thin Slices of Behavior
- 'Thin slices of behavior' refer to brief observations of nonverbal cues that reveal a person's emotional state or personality traits.
- Ambady and Rosenthal's study involved college teachers where participants rated instructors based on 10-second video clips exhibiting thin slices of behavior.
Predictive Nonverbal Actions
- A judge's nonverbal actions can predict sentencing outcomes and influence jurors' perceptions during jury instructions.
Judging Sexual Orientation
- According to Rule & Alaei (2016), individuals can accurately judge sexual orientation based on subtle behavioral cues observed in mere seconds.
Direct Eye Contact Perception
- Western cultures perceive direct eye contact as an indicator of truthfulness and friendliness, contrasting with some other cultures where it may signify disrespect or aggression.
Factors Affecting Initial Impressions
- Initial impressions can be influenced by physical appearance, body language, context of the interaction, recent experiences, and social stereotypes.
Body Language Insights
- Nalini Ambady and Robert Rosenthal concluded that individuals can gather extensive information about others’ feelings and traits through body language, often within seconds.
Cory Booker’s Demonstration
- During his tenure as mayor of Newark, Cory Booker exhibited strong nonverbal communication skills, showcasing empathy and engagement with the community.
Influence of Facial Expressions and Gestures
- Facial expressions and gestures significantly shape people’s judgments, often affecting how individuals are perceived based on emotional cues they convey.
Observational Judgments Findings
- Ambady and Rosenthal found that people are highly adept at making accurate judgments from observations of body language, reinforcing the importance of nonverbal communication in social interactions.
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Explore the factors that influence your initial impressions and reactions towards others when meeting them for the first time. Understand how snap judgments are formed based on various factors like attractiveness, intelligence, and personality traits.
