Social Media
What is an example of an expected behavior when commenting on a friend’s post?
using respectful language, being supportive
What is an expected behavior when working in a group project?
taking turns, contributing equally
If a friend shares a secret with you, what is an expected way to respond?
keeping it private, showing empathy.
What is an expected behavior when ordering fast food at a restaurant?
using polite language, speaking clearly, waiting in line.
What do we call the natural outcomes of our actions, whether positive or negative?
Consequences.
If you post something rude about a classmate, how might that impact their thoughts and feelings?
embarrassed, hurt, angry.
Interrupting or Ignoring the teacher while they are giving directions.
Expected or Unexpected
What may be the consequence?
Unexpected! This type of behavior is disrespectful.
Consequences:
you will not hear important information, others will become frustrated
What is the term for being able to understand and share someone else’s feelings?
Empathy.
If you play loud music in a quiet public place, what is a potential consequence?
(e.g., people may feel annoyed, ask you to stop.)
What is the expected social behavior when entering into the classroom each morning, even when you are tired or don't want to be there?
True or False: Deleting a post erases all consequences of an unexpected behavior
False! People might still remember or screenshot it
Sitting silently and refusing to participate in a discussion is what kind of behavior?
Unexpected! Participation is expected, even if it is hard for you.
If a friend is upset and you joke about their problem, what might be the consequence?
they may feel unheard, upset, or distance themselves from you.
What is the term for following unspoken rules in public, like waiting your turn in line? (Answer: Social norms.)
Social norms.
What is the term for thinking about how someone else may feel in the same situation as you, especially if you disagree?
Perspective-taking.
If you send a message in all caps, how might it be perceived?
aggressive, yelling, urgent.
True or False:
Thinking about how my behavior affects others means that I have social awareness and it will help me make expected choices.
True
We should always stop and think before we act or speak in social situations, especially when we are upset.
True or False: Setting boundaries in friendships is an unexpected behavior.
False! Boundaries help us protect our emotional well-being, set expectations and create mutual respect.
If you are at the store and someone bumps into you, it is expected that you smash your cart into them.
True or False
FALSE! accidents happen, and it's expected that you would be polite, especially if they say they are sorry.
What is the term for adjusting your behavior when you realize it’s making others uncomfortable?
Self-monitoring.
When a person quickly posts something online without thinking about the long-term consequences they are using expected social media behavior. True or False
False: they are showing a lack of impulse control
If you get frustrated during a difficult assignment, what is an expected way to advocate for yourself?
raise your hand, ask for clarification.
If someone is giving you nonverbal cues that they’re uncomfortable, what should you do?
adjust behavior, ask if they’re okay.
True or False: If you don’t like a store employee’s tone, it’s okay to yell at them.
False! You can express concerns respectfully.
True or False: Social skills can be learned and improved over time
True! We can always grow.