The Exchange of Information About Human Emotion Through Facial Expressions

question 51

Multiple Choice

The exchange of information about human emotion through facial expressions, gestures, and movements of the body is called:

• A) nonverbal communication.
• B) harassment.
• C) asensory communication.
• D) backchanneling.

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Definitions:

Reinforcements

In behavioral psychology, stimuli that increase the probability of a behavior being repeated, which can be positive (adding something desirable) or negative (removing something undesirable).

Anhedonia

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A phase of bipolar disorder characterized by significant depressive episodes where an individual may experience a depressed mood, loss of pleasure or interest in activities, and other symptoms similar to major depression.

Social Rewards

Benefits gained from social interactions, such as approval or acceptance, that reinforce certain behaviors within a community or group.