The Use of Cell Phones Can Shape and Affect Relationships

question 29

Multiple Choice

The use of cell phones can shape and affect relationships because:

• A) Giving or denying your cell number to someone does not imply relational boundaries
• B) Constant connection through cell calls implies the relationship is not important
• C) Cell phones allow people to share experiences even when physically separated
• D) Cell phones rarely are used for social coordination

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Definitions:

Mimesis

The representation or imitation of the real world in art and literature, or the mimicry of one organism by another for survival or advantage.

Structural Therapy

A form of psychotherapy that focuses on adjusting and strengthening the family system to ensure healthy family interactions.

Identified Patient

The family member in family therapy who is identified as the primarily ill or dysfunctional member and typically the initial focus of therapeutic intervention.

Structural Therapy

A form of family therapy that seeks to identify and rectify patterns of interaction that cause dysfunction within a family.