Exam 6: Verbal and Nonverbal Communication in Groups

Communication apprehension includes more than public-speaking anxiety; it also encompasses fear of speaking in conversations,meetings,and group settings..

In addition to assuming positive task and social maintenance roles,some members engage in disruptive behavior that prevents a group from achieving its common goal.These behaviors include members who dominate discussions and verbally attack members and their positions..

Research claims that some people are more confident when communicating online and in computer-mediated discussions than they are communicating face-to-face with group members..

If Gabe tries to impress others with what and whom he knows and tries to attract attention to compensate for feelings of inadequacy,he may be exhibiting behavior characteristic of an oversocial member..

Brianna,a new member of the Employee Training Committee,has an obvious need for inclusion and affection.She comes across as helpless and incompetent,even though the group knows she is fully capable of working with others and completing a task.The group has become tired of how often she distracts the group by interrupting to share her personal problems and feelings with everyone.Brianna's disruptive behavior can be classified as that of a support seeker..

All of the following are means of providing supportive and constructive feedback to apprehensive group members EXCEPT

Assertiveness can help raise a group member's level of confidence and reduce communication apprehension..

Carolyn seeks close friendships and expressions of warmth from others in her group.Which of Schutz's Interpersonal Needs is she exhibiting?

The text's Group Attraction Survey identifies the needs that are most likely to motivate you to join and/or remain in a group.The following survey statement "I work hard to be a valuable member." reflects a/an __________________