Friendship Skills
The listening skill most strongly linked with deepening friendships.
What is active listening?
The fear of being left out of social events—especially online.
What is FOMO?
The communication style that involves honestly expressing your needs without aggressiveness.
What is assertive communication?
This “feel-good” hormone is released during bonding activities like hugging.
What is oxytocin?
Matching someone’s posture or energy to build rapport.
What is mirroring?
True or False: Sharing memes activates similar reward pathways as positive in-person interactions.
What is true?
The term for calming down through the presence of someone who is regulated.
What is co-regulation?
This stress hormone drops when you have strong social support.
What is cortisol?
This type of question builds more connection than yes/no questions.
What are open-ended questions?
This platform is currently one of the most used by teens to stay connected.
What is TikTok or Instagram?
This type of support involves “being present,” not fixing the problem.
What is emotional support?
The minimum number of seconds a hug needs to last to trigger a bonding response.
What is 20 seconds?
This “connection behavior” involves checking your assumptions before reacting.
What is seeking clarification?
A daily feature on Snapchat that encourages consistent communication.
What are streaks?
The communication tool/skill that asks you to pause, notice your reaction, and choose a healthier response.
What is mindfulness?
This emotion, when prolonged, can activate the same brain region as physical pain.
What is loneliness?