Becoming Skillful in _______ Involves a Conscious Effort to Select

question 19

Multiple Choice

Becoming skillful in _______ involves a conscious effort to select your behavior for a given situation rather than allowing habit or emotions to determine what you say and do.

• A) nonverbal behavior
• B) interpersonal relations
• C) selective observing
• D) interpretation

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Definitions:

Contextual Influences

The impact of environmental and situational factors on individuals' thoughts, behaviors, and feelings.

Cultural Factors

Elements related to the shared beliefs, values, norms, and practices that influence the behavior, perceptions, and interactions of individuals within a particular group or society.

Biological Factors

Aspects of biological systems, including genetic, neurochemical, and physical conditions, that affect behaviors, health, and development.

Early Socialization

The process through which young individuals learn and adopt the norms, values, behaviors, and social skills appropriate to their society.