Based on the Research You Read About in the Textbook

question 42

Multiple Choice

Based on the research you read about in the textbook, which of the following statements about dating and relationships is not true?

• A) opposites attract
• B) "birds of a feather flock together"
• C) romance, relationships, and romance have powerful impacts on adolescents' emotional states
• D) adolescents with problems who date peers whose mental health is good show improvements in their psychological functioning over time

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Definitions:

Indirect Approach

A communication strategy that addresses the main point or issue at the end of the message, often used to soften bad news.

Negative Messages

Communications that convey unfavorable, disappointing, or unwanted information to the recipient.

Bad News

Bad news pertains to information or updates that are negative, disappointing, or undesirable to the recipient.

Negative News

Negative news involves information that is unwelcome or disappointing, and must be communicated with sensitivity to minimize adverse reactions.