Cole Gets Easily Embarrassed in Social Situations

question 41

Multiple Choice

Cole gets easily embarrassed in social situations.He is worried that this trait will hurt his relationships and social interactions.Following psychological theories on embarrassment,what should you tell him?

• A) Feeling embarrassed just highlights the awkward situation and makes it worse.
• B) Feeling embarrassed helps interpersonal awkwardness and strengthens relationships.
• C) Feeling embarrassed helps close relationships but does not help casual encounters.
• D) Embarrassment is only considered a nonverbal apology if a person also blushes.

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