Communication, Friendship, and Interdependence

Flashcards designed to help review key concepts from the lecture on Communication, Friendship, and Interdependence.

What are the two main types of communication?

Verbal Communication and Nonverbal Communication.

What does nonverbal communication include?

Tone, body language, and facial expressions.

What are the functions of nonverbal communication?

Providing information, regulating interaction, and defining relationships.

What are the components of nonverbal communication?

Facial expressions, gazing behavior, and interpersonal distance.

What are the four types of interpersonal distance?

Intimate, Personal, Social, Public.

Which gender is better at encoding and decoding nonverbal cues?

Women.

What is 'kitchen-sinking' in dysfunctional communication?

Bringing up multiple issues at once during a discussion.

Name one of John Gottman's Four Horsemen of the Apocalypse.

Criticism, Contempt, Defensiveness, or Stonewalling.

What is an effective communication strategy to use during conflicts?

Using 'I' statements.

What are the key attributes of friendship?

Affection, communion (mutual support), and companionship.

How do friendships differ from love?

Friendships are less passionate, less exclusive, and have fewer obligations.

What is 'capitalization' in friendship?

Friends share and amplify positive experiences.

What are the stages of friendship development?

Childhood, Adolescence, and Adulthood.

What is one of the Rules of Friendship according to Argyle & Henderson?

Keep confidences, show emotional support, stand up for your friend, avoid jealousy, or celebrate successes together.

What is the paradox of social media related to friendships?

Social media can increase both connection and loneliness.

What does Resource Theory state about power in relationships?

Power comes from money, education, or social status.

What is the Social Exchange Theory?

Relationships are based on costs and rewards.

What are the four classifications of relationship satisfaction?

Happy & Stable, Unhappy & Stable, Happy & Unstable, Unhappy & Unstable.

What is Gottman's Emotional Bank Account?

Positive interactions must outweigh negative ones for relationship health.

What type of attachment is characterized by low emotional investment?

Avoidant attachment.