Listening and Conflict Resolution
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What is the primary focus of task-oriented listening?

  • Evaluating and judging messages
  • Building emotional connections
  • Attaching meaning to messages
  • Efficiency and accomplishment (correct)
  • Which form of listening involves pretending to pay attention?

  • Defensive listening
  • Pseudolistening (correct)
  • Stage hogging
  • Selective listening
  • What type of listening results in tuning out topics that are unwanted?

  • Mindless listening
  • Ambushing
  • Analytical listening
  • Insulated listening (correct)
  • Which stage of listening involves the ability to recall information after it has been understood?

    <p>Remembering (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a common issue that can result in difficulty paying attention during listening?

    <p>Information overload (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What effectively describes interdependence in a conflict situation?

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    Which conflict management style involves sacrificing one's own goals for the sake of others?

    <p>Accommodation (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What term describes the scenario where conflict is characterized by repetitive arguments about the same issue?

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    Which of the following best explains the concept of 'scarce resources' in conflict?

    <p>Perception that there isn't enough of something to satisfy all parties. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary outcome of the competition conflict management style?

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    What effect describes the tendency to form a positive impression based on one positive characteristic?

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    Which bias leads individuals to favor information that supports their preconceived notions?

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    What is the term for the effect where the first impression has more influence than subsequent information?

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    Which concept refers to the tendency to attribute negative performance to external factors?

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    What effect results from associating a negative quality with a person's overall perception?

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    Which of the following describes arranging information to help make sense of it?

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    What cognitive process is described when communicators influence each other's views?

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    Which of the following influences perception based solely on cultural factors?

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    What is the primary characteristic of interpersonal communication?

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    Which type of noise relates to biological factors such as being sick or tired?

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    How does cognitive complexity affect interpersonal communication?

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    What distinguishes high-context cultures from low-context cultures?

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    What does synchronous communication involve?

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    Which term best describes the psychological factor that can disrupt effective communication due to personal thoughts or feelings?

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    What is the primary focus of self-monitoring in communication?

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    Mass personal communication shares content with a large audience while retaining which characteristic?

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    What type of communication is characterized by a delay between sending and receiving messages?

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    How do alienating factors impact mediated communication such as social media?

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    What is a characteristic of individualism?

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    Which term refers to the belief that one's own culture is superior to others?

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    What does high power distance indicate in a society?

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    Which concept describes the way individuals adapt their communication based on different cultural contexts?

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    How is self-esteem best defined?

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    What psychological phenomenon describes acting in a way that fulfills one's beliefs about themselves?

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    Which aspect does the Johari Window primarily examine?

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    What does the uncertainty avoidance dimension indicate about a culture?

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    What characterizes nurturing cultures?

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    What does social comparison primarily involve?

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    What is the primary focus of reflective appraisal?

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    How does the Myers-Briggs Type Indicator classify individuals?

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    What does the social penetration model address?

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    What does low power distance imply about societal relationships?

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    What is the primary purpose of paraphrasing in listening responses?

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    Which type of love is characterized as passionate and traditional?

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    What is the main goal of the evaluating response in communication?

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    What does the comparison level (CLalt) refer to in social exchange theory?

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    In the context of relational maintenance, what does acknowledgment involve?

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    What defines the term 'disconfirming messages'?

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    The conflict management style characterized by win/win outcomes is called what?

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    Which stage involves showing interest in someone's life during relationship development?

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    What is the meaning of relational transgressions?

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    What does 'withdraw/stonewalling' in conflict refer to?

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    What characteristic defines the 'evaluation' in communication?

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    What does the term 'autonomy' refer to in the context of relational dialectics?

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    Which listening type involves answering questions to seek clarification?

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    What behavior is described as 'passive-aggressive'?

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    What concept explains the idea that language influences culture?

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    What is the effect of emotional contagion?

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    Which listening style is characterized by building emotional closeness with others?

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    What is the main problem associated with pseudolistening?

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    What does the term 'static evaluation' refer to in communication?

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    Which of the following best defines 'convergence' in speech style?

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    What are 'euphemisms' in the context of language?

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    What does 'information overload' indicate in the listening process?

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    What type of rules govern the structure of a basic sentence?

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    Which stage of listening involves attaching meaning to a message?

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    What best describes 'haptics' in nonverbal communication?

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    What type of language refers to words whose meanings are determined by comparison?

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    What primarily defines 'task-oriented listening'?

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    What does 'defensive listening' involve?

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    Flashcards

    Active Listening

    A way of listening that involves paraphrasing, asking clarifying questions, and showing understanding of what the speaker says.

    Mindless Listening

    Listening without intent or focus. This type of listening may react mechanically without analyzing the message meaning.

    Pseudolistening

    Pretending to listen, when actually not paying attention. This involves nodding, smiling, and other actions of listening without paying attention.

    Stage Hogging

    Speaking excessively when it's not your turn, preventing others from sharing their thoughts.

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    Listening Stages

    A process of listening that involves hearing, attending, understanding, remembering, and responding.

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    Conflict definition

    A struggle between two or more parties who perceive incompatible goals, scarce resources, and interference from each other in achieving their own goals.

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    Interdependence

    When two or more people rely on each other to complete a task.

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    Conflict Styles: Avoidance

    A conflict style where people choose not to confront an issue directly, resulting in a lose-lose situation.

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    Conflict Styles: Competition

    A conflict style where one person prioritizes their own needs and goals above others' needs, leading to a win-lose outcome.

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    Conflict Styles: Collaboration

    A conflict style where both parties work together to find a solution that satisfies everyone's needs.

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    Transactional Model of Communication

    Communication is a two-way process where both the sender and receiver actively participate in sending and receiving messages.

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    Physiological Noise

    Biological factors that interfere with communication, like illness, fatigue, or hunger.

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    Psychological Noise

    Internal factors that hinder effective communication, such as thoughts, feelings, and biases.

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    Content Meaning

    The literal meaning of the words used in a message.

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    Relational Meaning

    The implied meaning of a message based on the relationship between the sender and receiver.

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    Interpersonal Communication

    Communication between two people who are unique, interdependent, self-disclosing, and intrinsically rewarded.

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    Impersonal Communication

    Communication that is generic, independent, private, and extrinsically rewarded.

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    Competent Communication

    Communication that is both effective and appropriate.

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    Cognitive Complexity

    The ability to understand a situation from multiple perspectives.

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    Self-Monitoring

    Paying attention to your own behavior and how it affects others.

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    Selective Perception

    Noticing things based on what's important to you, filtering out other information.

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    Organization

    Arranging information in a way that makes sense and helps you understand it.

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    Interpretation

    Assigning meaning to what you see, hear, or smell. It's crucial for understanding.

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    Negotiation

    When people influence each other's perceptions, often during communication.

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    Primacy Effect

    Giving more attention to things that happen first, leading to strong first impressions.

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    Recency Effect

    Giving more weight to the last thing you experienced, forming your final impression.

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    Halo Effect

    Forming a positive impression of someone based on one positive characteristic, like their attractiveness.

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    Horn Effect

    A negative characteristic influences your perception of the person, leading to negative assumptions.

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    Individualism

    A cultural emphasis on individual goals, independence, and personal achievement. It prioritizes self-reliance and unique self-expression.

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    Collectivism

    A cultural emphasis on group harmony, interdependence, and social responsibility. It prioritizes the needs of the collective over individual desires.

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    High Power Distance

    A cultural norm where there is a significant gap between those with power and those without, resulting in a hierarchical structure.

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    Low Power Distance

    A cultural norm where individuals with power are treated with less deference. There is a more egalitarian approach to authority.

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    Achievement Orientation

    A cultural emphasis on success, ambition, and assertiveness. Values include hard work, competition, and recognition of achievements.

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    Nurturing Orientation

    A cultural emphasis on cooperation, compassion, and quality of life. Values include relationships, caring for others, and overall well-being.

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    Uncertainty Avoidance

    The degree to which people feel uncomfortable with ambiguity, uncertainty, and unpredictability. It reflects a desire for structured environments and clear rules.

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    Code Switching

    The practice of adapting one's communication style to fit different Cultural contexts. It involves adjusting language, behavior, and mannerisms.

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    Ethnocentrism

    The belief that one's own culture is superior to others, often leading to prejudice and discrimination.

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    Intersectionality

    The interconnectedness of different social identities, recognizing that individuals hold multiple identities that shape their experiences.

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    Self-Concept

    One's overall perception and understanding of oneself, including beliefs, values, and attitudes.

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    Self-Esteem

    The overall evaluation of one's self-worth, reflecting feelings of confidence, self-acceptance, and self-respect.

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    Reflective Appraisal

    Evaluating ourselves based on how we think others perceive us. It involves considering the opinions and judgments of others.

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    Social Comparison

    Evaluating ourselves by comparing our own abilities, attitudes, and behaviors to others.

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    Self-Fulfilling Prophecy

    Acting in a way to make our beliefs about ourselves come true, even if they are initially untrue.

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    Over-Attribution

    A bias where we make assumptions about someone's behavior based on limited information, often ignoring other possible factors.

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    Phonological Rules

    Rules that govern the pronunciation and sound structure of a language.

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    Syntactic Rules

    Rules that determine the order and arrangement of words in a sentence.

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    Semantic Rules

    Rules that define the meaning of words and symbols in a language.

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    Pragmatic Rules

    Rules that govern the appropriate use and interpretation of language in different situations.

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    Sapir-Whorf Hypothesis

    The idea that language influences our thoughts and perceptions of the world.

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    Convergence

    Adjusting your speech style to match others, creating a feeling of similarity and connection.

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    Divergence

    Using language to differentiate yourself from others, emphasizing distinctiveness.

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    Ambiguous Language

    Words or phrases that have multiple commonly accepted meanings.

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    Euphemism

    An indirect, less offensive way of saying something.

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    Relative Language

    Words that gain their meaning by comparison, like 'near' or 'far'.

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    'I' Language

    Using 'I' statements to express your thoughts and feelings, taking ownership without blaming others.

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    Kinetics

    Nonverbal communication through facial expressions, body movements, eye contact, and gestures.

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    Regulators

    Nonverbal cues that help control verbal interactions, like packing up belongings to signal the end of a conversation.

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    Emblem

    A gesture that has a specific meaning without needing words, like giving a thumbs-up.

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    Paraphrasing

    Restating someone's message in your own words to show understanding.

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    Empathizing

    Trying to understand someone's feelings by imagining yourself in their situation.

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    What are the levels of comparison in social exchange theory?

    Comparison Level (CL) is the minimum standard of what you expect in a relationship. Comparison Level for Alternatives (CLalt) compares the rewards you receive to what you could get elsewhere.

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    Initiating stage

    The initial phase of a relationship where you show interest with minimal conversation.

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    Intensifying stage

    When you increase contact, share more personal things, and experience excitement in the relationship.

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    Integrating stage

    You start merging your social circles and behaving as a unit.

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    Differentiating stage

    Re-establishing your individual identities after being a unit in a relationship.

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    Circumscribing stage

    Creating distance and separation in a relationship, reducing communication.

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    What is relational maintenance?

    Communication that keeps relationships smooth by focusing on positive behaviors like openness, assurance, and shared activities.

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    What is the difference between content and relational messages?

    Content messages communicate information directly, while relational messages convey how you feel about the other person, often implicitly.

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    Confirming Communication

    Messages that show value for another person, making them feel important and recognized.

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    What is the difference between disagreeing and disconfirming messages?

    Disagreeing messages express disagreement while still respecting the other person. Disconfirming messages show a lack of respect or value for the recipient.

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    What are the four horsemen of the apocalypse in conflict?

    Criticism, defensiveness, contempt, and stonewalling are destructive communication patterns that escalate conflict.

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    What are conflict rituals?

    Repeating patterns of conflict behavior that become predictable and problematic.

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    Study Notes

    Listening

    • Listening types: Mindless (automatic reaction), Task-oriented (efficiency), Relational (emotional closeness), Analytical (full message before judgment), Critical (evaluate accuracy),
    • Barriers to effective listening: Information overload, personal concerns, rapid thought, noise, pseudolistening (pretending to listen), stage hogging, selective listening, filling in gaps, insulated listening, defensive listening, ambushing
    • Listening process: Hearing (physiological), Attending (psychological, selecting what to pay attention to), Understanding (attaching meaning), Remembering (recalling info), Responding (feedback)
    • Active listening: Paraphrasing, reflecting feelings

    Conflict

    • Definition: Struggle between two or more parties with perceived incompatible goals, scarce resources, and interference in achieving those goals.
    • Key characteristics: Expressed struggle, interdependence, incompatible goals, scarce resources
    • Conflict styles: Avoidance (lose-lose), Accommodation (lose-win), Competition (win-lose), Passive-aggressive, Direct aggression, Compromise ("halfway"), Collaboration (win-win)
    • Conflict patterns: Serial arguments
    • Communication patterns that derail conflict: Criticism, defensiveness, contempt, and withdrawal/stonewalling (The Four Horsemen)
    • Conflict rituals: Repeating patterns of conflict behavior

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    This quiz covers the essential concepts of listening types, barriers to effective listening, and the process involved in active listening. Additionally, it delves into the nature of conflict, its definition, key characteristics, and various conflict styles. Test your knowledge on how effective listening can aid in conflict resolution.

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