Consider a Time When You and a Communication Partner Failed

question 7

Essay

Consider a time when you and a communication partner failed to communicate competently. Describe what happened in the situation and what went wrong in both your and your partner's communication. Based on what you have learned so far about competent communication, what could you and the other person do to communicate more competently if you could go back in time and redo the interaction?

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Definitions:

Problem Solving

The process of identifying, analyzing, and finding solutions for issues or obstacles that prevent goal achievement.

Stress

A psychological and physical response to demands that exceed an individual's resources or ability to cope.

Social Support Network

A web of relationships and connections that provide emotional, informational, and practical assistance.

Stressed-out

A state of being overwhelmed or unable to cope due to perceived high demands or pressures.