According to the Onion Theory of Communication, What Best Describes

question 40

Multiple Choice

According to the Onion Theory of communication, what best describes how we reveal ourselves to others?

• A) We begin with our unpleasant qualities first to be upfront with the other person.
• B) We share about ourselves from the inside out.
• C) We share about ourselves beginning with the least personal.
• D) We begin with our best qualities to paint the best picture possible.

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Definitions:

Phobic Responses

Extreme or irrational fear reactions triggered by specific objects, situations, or activities.

Operant Conditioning

A learning process through which the strength of a behavior is modified by reinforcement or punishment.

Classical Conditioning

A learning process that occurs when two stimuli are repeatedly paired; a response that is at first elicited by the second stimulus is eventually elicited by the first stimulus alone.

Dissociative Disorders

A group of mental disorders characterized by a disconnection and lack of continuity between thoughts, memories, surroundings, actions, and identity.