Communication Basics
What is nonverbal communication?
This type of communication uses tone, facial expressions, and body language.
What is an I-statement?
I feel ___ when ___ because ___” is an example of this.
What is conflict resolution?
A calm discussion to solve a disagreement is called this.
What is healthy communication?
A. blaming
B. yelling
C. interrupting conversations
D. listening without interrupting
D. listening without interrupting
What are family dynamics?
patterns of interaction within a family.
What is active listening?
This skill involves fully focusing, understanding, and responding to the speaker.
What communication style is this:“I feel frustrated when chores aren’t done because I feel overwhelmed.”
assertive communication
What is a time-out?
Taking a break to cool down during an argument is called this.
What is unhealthy communication?
Yelling, name-calling, or blaming are examples of this.
What is a peacemaker?
A person who tries to keep peace during conflicts may be called this.
What is assertive communication?
This communication style clearly expresses needs while respecting others.
What type of statement often starts with “You always…” or “You never…?”
You-statement
What is empathy?
This skill involves seeing the situation from another person’s perspective.
What type of communication the example shows: respecting someone’s boundaries shows this.
healthy communication
What is unhealthy family dynamics?
Roles or boundaries in a family are unclear.
What is passive communication?
This type of communication avoids expressing needs or feelings.
What is defensiveness?
Using I-statements helps reduce this during conflict.
What is compromise?
A. both sides don't talk about the issues
B. arguing
C. one person agreed with another person
D. both sides give something to reach an agreement
D. both sides give something to reach an agreement
What type of communication the example shows: ignoring someone or giving the silent treatment is called this.
unhealthy communication / stonewalling
What is trust?
Open and honest communication helps build this.
What is aggressive communication?
This communication style involves blaming or attacking others.
The goal of using I-statements in family communication
Expressing feelings without blame / improving understanding
What is problem identification?
This step involves identifying the real problem before solving it.
What type of communication the example shows: apologizing and taking responsibility is an example of this.
healthy communication
What is support / interdependence?
When family members rely on each other in a healthy way.