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What is the purpose of pacifying behaviors?
What is the purpose of pacifying behaviors?
- To impress others
- To make a fashion statement
- To show dominance
- To soothe ourselves psychologically when we feel stress or anxiety (correct)
What does playing with hair with the palm of the hand facing out often indicate in women?
What does playing with hair with the palm of the hand facing out often indicate in women?
- Confidence and comfort (correct)
- Disinterest
- Boredom
- Stress or anxiety
Why do men run their fingers through their hair when stressed?
Why do men run their fingers through their hair when stressed?
- To style their hair
- To show off their hair
- To check for dandruff
- To ventilate their heads and stimulate the nerves of the skin (correct)
What is the difference between how men and women ventilate their hair?
What is the difference between how men and women ventilate their hair?
When is playing with hair with the palm of the hand facing the head more likely to be a pacifier?
When is playing with hair with the palm of the hand facing the head more likely to be a pacifier?
What is a common pacifying behavior in children?
What is a common pacifying behavior in children?
What does the nose twitch at the Miami International Airport coffee counter mean?
What does the nose twitch at the Miami International Airport coffee counter mean?
What is indicated by placing the index finger under the nose or on the side of the nose for a period of time?
What is indicated by placing the index finger under the nose or on the side of the nose for a period of time?
What is associated with nose brushing behavior?
What is associated with nose brushing behavior?
What is signaled by a high nose profile, where the head is tilted and the nose is pointed upward?
What is signaled by a high nose profile, where the head is tilted and the nose is pointed upward?
Which of the following historical figures was famous for holding their nose high?
Which of the following historical figures was famous for holding their nose high?
Where are the ceremonial guards notorious for holding their nose high?
Where are the ceremonial guards notorious for holding their nose high?
What is the primary reason for a rise in voice pitch when a person is nervous?
What is the primary reason for a rise in voice pitch when a person is nervous?
What is uptalk, and what does it often make the speaker sound like?
What is uptalk, and what does it often make the speaker sound like?
What is a common cause of temporary stuttering or stammering in some individuals?
What is a common cause of temporary stuttering or stammering in some individuals?
What does a delay in answering a question often indicate?
What does a delay in answering a question often indicate?
What is the name of the movie that depicts the story of England’s King George VI and his struggle with stuttering?
What is the name of the movie that depicts the story of England’s King George VI and his struggle with stuttering?
What is the term for the speech pattern where a person inflects their tone up at the end of a declarative sentence, making it sound like a question?
What is the term for the speech pattern where a person inflects their tone up at the end of a declarative sentence, making it sound like a question?
What is a common reason people exhibit facial denting behavior?
What is a common reason people exhibit facial denting behavior?
What does cheek massaging often signal?
What does cheek massaging often signal?
What is the primary meaning of cheek strumming?
What is the primary meaning of cheek strumming?
What does cheek framing often indicate?
What does cheek framing often indicate?
What is a common area where facial tics often occur?
What is a common area where facial tics often occur?
How many hands can be used for facial denting?
How many hands can be used for facial denting?
What does a jaw that pulsing, throbbing, or becomes tight and pronounced indicate?
What does a jaw that pulsing, throbbing, or becomes tight and pronounced indicate?
What is indicated by jutting the jaw slightly forward?
What is indicated by jutting the jaw slightly forward?
What is the significance of a person's chin in nonverbal communication?
What is the significance of a person's chin in nonverbal communication?
What does a raised chin signify in certain European cultures?
What does a raised chin signify in certain European cultures?
What does a chin that suddenly points downward in response to a question indicate?
What does a chin that suddenly points downward in response to a question indicate?
What is the meaning of the phrase 'chin up'?
What is the meaning of the phrase 'chin up'?
Flashcards
Voice Pitch
Voice Pitch
Nervousness raises pitch due to vocal tension.
Voice Cracking
Voice Cracking
High stress may cause voice to crack, showing anxiety.
Uptalk
Uptalk
Raising tone at the end of statements, resembling a question.
Negative Perception of Uptalk
Negative Perception of Uptalk
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Pathological Stuttering
Pathological Stuttering
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Temporary Stuttering
Temporary Stuttering
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Answer Delays
Answer Delays
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Women and Delayed Responses
Women and Delayed Responses
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Pacifying Behaviors
Pacifying Behaviors
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Playing with Hair (Women)
Playing with Hair (Women)
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Running Fingers Through Hair (Men)
Running Fingers Through Hair (Men)
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Ventilating Hair (Women)
Ventilating Hair (Women)
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Index Finger to Nose
Index Finger to Nose
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Nose Brushing
Nose Brushing
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High Nose Profile
High Nose Profile
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Facial Tics
Facial Tics
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Facial Denting
Facial Denting
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Cheek or Facial Massaging
Cheek or Facial Massaging
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Cheek Strumming
Cheek Strumming
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Cheek Framing
Cheek Framing
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Jaw Pulsing
Jaw Pulsing
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Jaw Jutting
Jaw Jutting
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Chin Posture (Elevated)
Chin Posture (Elevated)
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Chin Posture (Downturned)
Chin Posture (Downturned)
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Emotional Indicators in Communication
Emotional Indicators in Communication
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Stress Relief Behaviors
Stress Relief Behaviors
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Analyzing Body Language
Analyzing Body Language
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Interconnection of Emotions and Body Language
Interconnection of Emotions and Body Language
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Psychological Comfort Behaviors
Psychological Comfort Behaviors
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Study Notes
Voice Pitch and Emotional Indicators
- Nervousness often causes a rise in voice pitch, linked to vocal-cord tension.
- High-stress situations may lead to voice cracking, revealing insecurity or anxiety.
Uptalk
- Uptalk refers to raising the tone at the end of statements, resembling a question.
- It can negatively affect listeners' perceptions of the speaker, suggesting tentativeness and lack of confidence, particularly among younger individuals.
Stuttering and Stammering
- Pathological stuttering involves repeating syllables and can severely hinder communication, exemplified by King George VI’s struggles as depicted in "The King’s Speech."
- Temporary stuttering may occur under stress or anxiety, even in those who do not stutter normally.
Answer Delays
- A delay in responses is mistaken as a sign of lying; this is misleading as both guilty and innocent individuals may pause for different reasons.
- Women often exhibit delayed responses, which may indicate mood changes or stress levels in specific situations.
Pacifying Behaviors
- Pacifying actions, such as thumb-sucking or nail-biting, evolve over time, becoming facial stroking or other stress-relief activities as one ages.
- These actions provide psychological comfort during periods of anxiety.
Playing with Hair (Palm Out)
- Women displaying this behavior show confidence and comfort in social settings, often during interactions of romantic interest.
Running Fingers Through Hair (Men)
- Men running fingers through their hair signal stress or doubt while also cooling the scalp.
Ventilating Hair (Women)
- A stress-relief behavior for women, ventilating hair helps in heat regulation and psychological comfort.
Index Finger to Nose
- Placing an index finger near the nose can indicate pensiveness or concern; further clues are necessary for accurate interpretation.
Nose Brushing
- Lightly brushing one's nose multiple times usually signifies stress or discomfort, sometimes indicating uncertainty or skepticism.
High Nose Profile
- Tilting the head with nose pointed upward may convey arrogance, confidence, or indignation and can signal status in various cultural contexts.
Facial Tics and Stress Relief
- Facial tics often occur near the cheeks, influenced by interconnecting facial muscles, signifying various emotional states.
Facial Denting
- Pressing fingers against the cheek can relieve stress and is a response often observed in high-stress situations.
Cheek or Facial Massaging
- This gentle behavior can indicate contemplation and stress relief, but should be evaluated with other indicators.
Cheek Strumming
- Strumming fingers on the cheek suggests boredom and a desire to expedite the conversation, often accompanied by other bored behaviors.
Cheek Framing
- Resting the jaw on a hand may display deep thought or skepticism, often used to enhance concentration.
Jaw Pulsing and Tension
- Pulsating jaw muscles can reflect negative emotions such as impatience, tension, or anger.
Jaw Jutting
- A forward-jutting jaw often accompanies anger and, combined with tense facial features, reveals difficulty in masking emotions.
Chin Posture and Psychological State
- An elevated chin indicates confidence, as in the expression “chin up,” with cultural variations in its significance.
- A downward-turned chin typically signifies a lack of self-confidence or feeling threatened in response to inquiries.
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This quiz explores the concept of pacifying behaviors, such as sucking our thumbs, and their relation to body language, stress, and anxiety. Learn how these behaviors soothe us psychologically and help us pass the time. Discover the differences between palm-in and palm-out orientations and how they indicate our mood.
