Cole Gets Easily Embarrassed in Social Situations

question 7

Multiple Choice

Cole gets easily embarrassed in social situations.He is worried that this trait will hurt his relationships and social interactions.Following psychological theories on embarrassment,what
Should you tell him?

• A) Showing embarrassment just highlights the awkward situation and makes it worse.
• B) Showing embarrassment helps interpersonal awkwardness and strengthens relationships.
• C) Showing embarrassment helps close relationships but does not help casual encounters.
• D) Showing embarrassment is only considered a nonverbal apology if a person also blushes.

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