Exam 3: Communication and the Self

Jason went to a party with several of his friends last weekend. While he was there, he made several inappropriate comments and did not notice that people were offended by what he was saying. Afterwards, several people at the party commented to Jason's friends that they were surprised and upset by his behavior. Which of the following statements is likely true of Jason?

Low self-monitors are more likely than high self-monitors to appear unsophisticated or socially awkward.

Regarding the benefits of high self-esteem, which of the following statements has been supported by the research?

Which of the following statements is NOT true about hyperpersonal communication?

Self-concept is entirely subjective.

Identify and define each of the interpersonal needs identified in Schutz's model. How is each of these needs related to self-esteem? Of the three, which is most important in your relationships? Why?

Groups such as Alcoholics Anonymous encourage people to share about problems they are facing. This type of disclosure is based theoretically on which of the following principles?

Schutz identified three fundamental interpersonal needs. This particular need is the most similar in meaning to fellowship face:

Your textbook talks about the danger of basing personal evaluations on comparisons to unrealistic reference groups. The book focuses on the specific dangers dealing with issues regarding weight and body image. Besides weight, name at least three other areas that people improperly use reference groups to unfairly compare themselves to others. Now, imagine that someone you care about is unfairly comparing him or herself to someone in an unrealistic reference group. How would you help and/or encourage that friend to develop a more realistic self-concept?

When Jon and Ernesto met in their English class, they were both hesitant to share much about their personal lives. As the semester progressed and they became better friends, they felt comfortable sharing more and more with each other. Which element of self-disclosure is reflected in their relationship?

According to the text, your self-concept is influenced by all of the following except:

When Sheila asked her friend Tommy to help her move at the end of the semester, she may have threatened his ________ face needs.

Scientific studies have confirmed that girls have lower self-esteem than boys.

Describe how the idea of the "looking-glass self" affects the development of our self-concept.

Your self-concept is made up of the perceptions you have about who you are as a person.

Many parents and educators believe in the importance of children's self-esteem. In particular, they believe it's important to support girls' self-esteem so that girls don't lag behind boys in their academic or social skills. Suppose your community is voting on a new project that would allocate a great deal of money to a new program to raise the self-esteem of young girls in your town. Using what you know from empirical research, articulate a reasoned argument either in support of this idea or against it. Your argument needn't be based only on the research, but you should make explicit reference to empirical findings to support your position.

Describe what research has shown regarding the effects of culture and gender on self-esteem.

Anytime you expect something to happen, and then it does, that's a self-fulfilling prophecy.

Image management is a complex, collaborative process.

Your own understanding of who you are as a person comprises your: