Social Penetration Theory Uses Which of the Following Metaphors to Describe

question 30

Multiple Choice

Social penetration theory uses which of the following metaphors to describe how people self-disclose?

• A) A boundary metaphor
• B) An onion metaphor
• C) A popcorn metaphor
• D) The metaphor of balancing scales
• E) A bicycle metaphor

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Definitions:

Psychological Dependence

A condition in which an individual feels a compulsion to continue using a substance or engaging in behavior due to emotional or psychological needs.

Physical Dependence

A physiological state of adaptation to a substance, resulting in withdrawal symptoms when that substance is reduced or removed.

Activation-Synthesis Hypothesis

Premise that states that dreams are created by the higher centers of the cortex to explain the activation by the brain stem of cortical cells during REM sleep periods.

Sleep Deprivation

The condition of not having enough sleep, which can lead to a range of psychological and physical problems, including impaired judgment, mood swings, and reduced cognitive performance.