We Listen to Rumors Because We Want to Have as Much

question 57

True/False

We listen to rumors because we want to have as much information as someone else, and subsequently, we spread gossip to be perceived as "in the know."

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Definitions:

Components of the Self

Elements that constitute an individual's self-concept, including thoughts, feelings, and perceptions of one’s abilities and uniqueness.

Corrective Facework

Strategies used by individuals to repair their image or identity after it has been threatened or damaged.

Preventative Facework

Strategies employed proactively to maintain or protect an individual's self-image or reputation in social interactions.

Facework

Strategies used to manage one's own image or face in social interactions, and to uphold or repair the face of others.