communication Basics with friends
What is a friendship or peer relationship?
This type of relationship provides a key space for testing new communication styles and gaining feedback from equals.
What is loss of nonverbal cues or tone?
In digital peer communication, this is one danger of relying solely on text or emojis it can easily lead to misunderstanding.
What is identity?
Friend and peer communication helps shape this our sense of who we are and how we present ourselves.
What is active listening?
This communication skill helps prevent small misunderstandings from turning into major friendship conflicts.
What is honesty or authenticity?
This essential quality makes friends trust your words and actions.
What is communication accommodation?
This is the term for adjusting how we speak or act based on who we’re with.
What is peer pressure or social validation?
Social media “likes” and reactions can create this type of social influence among peers.
What is peer pressure or conformity?
This type of pressure can cause people to act against their own beliefs to fit in with a group.
What is collaboration?
When resolving peer conflict, this “win–win” approach focuses on mutual benefit.
What is empathy?
Giving your friend full attention when they talk demonstrates this important listening behavior.
What are social norms (or group norms)?
Peer groups help shape these — our shared habits, beliefs, and behaviors.
What is curated self presentation?
This term refers to the habit of showing only our best selves online, affecting how friends perceive us.
What are mirrors (or social mirrors)?
Friends often act as this, helping us see ourselves more clearly through feedback
What is the online disinhibition effect?
Online arguments can escalate because people feel “less present” or anonymous
What is meaningful or genuine?
Friendships are strongest when communication is both frequent and this meaning consistent in quality.
What is in-group communication?
Friends often communicate in this informal way, using inside jokes, slang, or shared references.
What is digital communication competence (or online etiquette)?
This is an important skill for keeping digital friendships healthy and respectful
What is assertiveness?
Developing confidence to speak up among peers shows this key communication trait.
What is acknowledging the issue or apologizing?
This is the first step to repairing a damaged friendship after miscommunication
What is respect?
Setting healthy boundaries in communication helps maintain this in peer relationships.
BONUS QUESTION
What is the key goal of Chapter 13 — “Friends and Peers”?
Maintaining meaningful, respectful, and authentic communication with peers both online and face-to-face.