Instead of Beginning Your Negative Message with a Blunt Announcement

question 84

Multiple Choice

Instead of beginning your negative message with a blunt announcement of the news,you can use

• A) the direct approach.
• B) a buffer.
• C) a combination of the direct and indirect approaches.
• D) the deductive approach.
• E) some humor to get things off on a positive note.

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Definitions:

Needs

Fundamental psychological or physiological requirements for the well-being and survival of an individual.

Fulfilled

A state of having achieved or realized one's desires, expectations, or needs.

Theories

General principles or explanations proposed to understand, predict, or control specific phenomena within various fields of study.

Rogerian Therapist

A therapist who practices Carl Rogers' person-centered therapy, focusing on creating a supportive environment that fosters genuine communication and facilitates personal growth.