First Impressions & Stereotypes
What do we call the quick judgment you make when you first meet someone?
A first impression.
What does “A” stand for in the ATC model?
Activating Event.
Not expressing your needs or opinions is which style of communication?
Passive communication.
What is a disagreement between people.
A conflict.
Believing someone will be honest, keep their word, and treat you with respect is called what?
Trust.
What is an oversimplified belief about a group of people.
A stereotype.
What does “T” stand for in the ATC model?
Thoughts.
What is a style of communication is forceful and often disrespectful communication style.
Aggressive communication.
What is avoiding a conflict instead of dealing with it?
Avoidance.
Influence from people your own age to act or think a certain way.
Peer pressure.
True or False: First impressions can sometimes be unfair because of stereotypes.
True.
What does “C” stand for in the ATC model?
Consequences.
What is a communication style that is indirect, sarcastic, or hidden anger is what style?
Passive-aggressive communication.
Giving in to keep the peace is what type of conflict?
Accommodation.
Give one way trust can be built.
Keeping promises, honesty, respect, etc.
Give one way you can make a positive first impression.
Smiling, eye contact, confident posture, etc.
What do we call something that sparks an emotional response?
A Trigger.
What communication style that is clear and respectful expression of needs.
What is assertive communication.
What do we call a healthy personal limit you set?
A boundary.
Give one way trust can be broken.
Lying, gossiping, breaking promises, etc.
Why are first impressions so powerful?
Because they happen quickly and stick with people even if they’re not accurate.
Give an example of how the ATC model works in a real situation.
Example: A (you fail a test), T (“I’m dumb”), C (feel sad, give up).
Which communication style is considered the healthiest and why?
Assertive, because it’s clear and respectful.
Name one healthy way to resolve a conflict.
Compromise, collaboration, assertive communication, etc.
What’s the difference between positive and negative peer pressure?
Positive encourages healthy behavior; negative pressures into unsafe or unhealthy behavior.