What is pseudo listening?
Understand the Problem
The question is asking for an explanation of the concept of pseudo listening, which is a form of listening where the listener pretends to pay attention but is not genuinely engaged. This often involves nodding or making affirmative sounds while being distracted or disengaged from the conversation.
Answer
Pseudo-listening
Pseudo-listening is a type of non-listening where an individual appears attentive in a conversation but is actually ignoring or only partially listening to the other speaker.
Answer for screen readers
Pseudo-listening is a type of non-listening where an individual appears attentive in a conversation but is actually ignoring or only partially listening to the other speaker.
More Information
Pseudo-listening can be a coping mechanism for managing personal needs while appearing attentive. It involves non-verbal cues or minimal responses to give the appearance of active listening.
Tips
A common mistake is to assume that pseudo-listening is harmless. In reality, it can damage relationships and communication trust.
Sources
- Pseudolistening - Wikipedia - en.wikipedia.org
- Pseudo-Listening vs. Real Listening - SAGE edge - edge.sagepub.com
- Pseudo-Listening: A Fake Attention - EDSA UNAIR - edsa-unair.com
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