According to Uncertainty Reduction Theory, What Happens When Individuals Use

question 47

Multiple Choice

According to uncertainty reduction theory, what happens when individuals use an active strategy to gain information?

• A) They talk directly to the individual they are interested in.
• B) They enter into a relationship with someone they are interested in.
• C) They observe the individual they are interested in.
• D) They ask a third party for information about someone.

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Definitions:

Mood Fluctuations

Variations in a person's emotional state, ranging from extreme happiness to deep sadness, that can be normal or indicative of a mood disorder.

Personal Relationships

Interactions and bonds formed between individuals based on emotional connections, social ties, or professional contacts.

Anxious Ambivalent

Anxious ambivalent refers to a type of attachment style where individuals are overly needy and preoccupied with their relationships because they are constantly worried about their partner's ability to love them back.

Borderline Personality Disorder

A mental health disorder characterized by unstable moods, behavior, and relationships, often resulting in significant emotional distress.