Rod Has Been for Many Years an Enthusiastic Collector of Beer-Bottle

question 67

Multiple Choice

Rod has been for many years an enthusiastic collector of beer-bottle labels from around the world. There was nobody in his town with whom he could share his hobby, and nobody who was even interested in it. Eventually he stopped mentioning his hobby to people he met, and when new neighbors arrived next door he was reluctant to speak about it. When Rod first went online he was delighted to find that thousands of people across the globe shared his interest. Rod's worries and reluctance to share disappeared. Now some of his best friends are fellow collectors. Rod doesn't mind that they live far from him, and he is much more confident talking about his hobby with new online friends. Which two facts about online communication does this scenario illustrate?

• A) More online communication isn't always better, and many people share more in person, at least at first.
• B) Online communication transcends time and space, and it can be less anxiety-provoking.
• C) Online communication transcends time and space, and many people share more in person, at least at first.
• D) More online communication isn't always better, although it can be less anxiety-provoking.

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Definitions:

Systematic Desensitization

A behavioral therapy technique used to help individuals overcome phobias and anxiety disorders by gradually exposing them to the feared object or situation in a controlled manner.

Cognitive Therapy

A form of psychotherapy focused on changing negative patterns of thought to improve emotional well-being and behavior.

Group Therapy

A form of psychotherapy where multiple individuals share and work on their issues in a guided group setting, fostering support and understanding.

Social Skills

Abilities necessary for effective interpersonal behaviors and communication, such as empathy, cooperation, and conflict resolution.