What Is True About the Use of Silence in Therapeutic

question 28

Multiple Choice

What is true about the use of silence in therapeutic communication? (Select all that apply.)

• A) Maintaining silence is an effective therapeutic communication technique.
• B) Maintaining silence is generally underused in therapeutic communication.
• C) The sender often becomes uncomfortable when utilizing silence.
• D) The ability to use silence effectively requires skill and timing.
• E)Prolonged periods of misunderstood silence can cause tension.
• F)Purposeful use of silence often conveys respect and understanding.

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