Social Skills
True or False: It's good manners to greet people when they walk into the room.
True.
Why is personal space important?
It helps people feel comfortable and safe.
If you do not understand what someone just said, what should you do?
Ask them to repeat themselves or say that you didn't understand
Why is eye contact important?
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How can you join a conversation politely?
Wait for a pause, then say something related to the topic or ask a follow-up question.
True or False: It is ok to look into someone's belongings when they aren't looking.
FALSE. It is never ok to go through someone else's belongings, especially when they aren't looking.
What could you do if someone is standing too close to you?
Take one step back or ask them to give you space
How do you know if someone wants to keep talking?
They look at you, answer your questions, and ask questions back
Why is it important to think before we speak?
To make sure that we aren't rude to others and to make sure that we say something that we really mean
True or false: I don't need to wait for my turn to speak in a conversation.
False. It's important to wait for your turn out of respect for the person you're speaking with, and to make sure you hear what they're saying.
True or False: It's OK to only talk about yourself during a conversation
False: Turn taking in a conversation is very important such as asking questions & making comments
How can you start a conversation with a peer?
Say “Hi,” and introduce yourself, ask how they are doing
How might someone look if they do not want to talk right now?
They may look away, give short answers, or walk away
What can you say when you first sit next to someone or start a conversation?
"Hi, how’s your day going?” or “It's nice to see you"
What can you do if someone says “I need space”?
Move back and give them room.
When you need to get someone's attention who is in a conversation, what can you say?
Wait for a pause or the end of a sentence, say "Excuse me", then wait for them to look at you.
If someone at the clinic is being rude to you, what can you do?
Ask them to stop, remove yourself from the situation, talk to a staff member
What is one way to end a conversation?
Bye, see you later, talk to you later, see you soon, nice meeting you
If someone looks upset, what can you ask?
Are you okay? What's wrong?
Why is it important to take turns talking?
So everyone gets a chance to share ideas.
How can you tell if someone wants more space?
They might step back, lean away, look uncomfortable, or stop talking.
What are 3 topics that are appropriate for conversations with a new person?
Food, neighborhood, work, school, weather, hobbies, sports, entertainment, family/friends, news, many more!
What are 2 ways that you can let someone know you're interested in what they're saying?
Make eye contact, nod, smile (or make the appropriate facial expression), then reference what they said in your response
What is a clue that someone is enjoying the conversation?
They smile, laugh, or keep talking with you.
What is perspective taking?
Putting yourself in someone else's shoes; seeing a different point of view