Health Online- The Importance of Mental and Emotional Health and Building Healthy Relationships- Skills for Healthy Relationships

Which image displays body language that can negatively influence effective communication?

B. A man standing next to a woman sitting in a chair.

At the end of the semester, Andrea has to give an oral report in front of the whole class. She practices, but when she stands up, she gets so nervous she drops all of her notes. She is embarrassed and cannot seem to put them back in the proper order. After the presentation, she whispers to her classmate, "This is the worst day ever. I am so embarrassed." What response would express empathy toward Andrea? "Hopefully you will still get a good grade." "I don't think anyone was paying attention anyway." "That looked really painful. Do you want to talk?" "Next time, have a backup plan."

"That looked really painful. Do you want to talk?"

Ever since Chloe's parents announced their divorce, Chloe has stopped talking to Andrea. They talk about normal, everyday things such as school, but their conversation is lacking any personal sharing. Andrea knows that Chloe is hurting and wants her to feel comfortable opening up and talking about her feelings. What can Andrea say to Chloe to start a healthy dialogue? -"I felt confused about my parents' divorce and had no one to share my feelings with. I'm here for you if you want to talk." -"You don't trust me enough to confide in me. Did I do something to you that makes you not like me?" -"Ever since your parents' divorce you have been overly sensitive and moody." -"Maybe you should find another friend that you can talk to."

-"I felt confused about my parents' divorce and had no one to share my feelings with. I'm here for you if you want to talk."

Ron and Abdul disagree about whose turn it is to drive. Which statement could Ron make to best take ownership of his feelings? -"You always get to drive." -"Fighting is so frustrating." -"I would like to have a turn driving." -"It is important to share responsibilities."

-"I would like to have a turn driving."

One of Elena's relatives has just passed away. Which response shows empathy for Elena? -"Everything happens for a reason." -"It really hurts to lose a loved one." -"Your relative is in a better place now." -"It is so sad how many people are passing away now."

-"It really hurts to lose a loved one."

How can being more empathetic help strengthen a relationship? Check all that apply. -Empathetic people recognize how the other person feels in a given situation. -Being empathetic eliminates the need to apologize for poor behavior. -Understanding others' viewpoints can help individuals modify their behaviors. -Empathy can help individuals feel more dependent upon someone else. -Empathy can help individuals get past their differences.

-Empathetic people recognize how the other person feels in a given situation. -Understanding others' viewpoints can help individuals modify their behaviors. -Empathy can help individuals get past their differences.

Which statement best describes empathy? -Empathy does not require effort. -Empathy is inherent in most people. -Empathy is the same as sympathy. -Empathy primarily involves identifying with oneself.

-Empathy is inherent in most people.

Mike and Laura go to a restaurant for their first date. What does Mark do or say that makes Laura believe he has many positive character traits? Check all that apply. -He is polite and good-humored when talking to the restaurant staff. -He talks about himself throughout the evening. -Mike is jealous when Laura waves to an old friend at the restaurant. -Mike asks Laura if he can walk her back to her car. -He is concerned when she mentions her mother is ill. -Mike turns off his phone during dinner.

-He is polite and good-humored when talking to the restaurant staff. -Mike asks Laura if he can walk her back to her car. -He is concerned when she mentions her mother is ill. -Mike turns off his phone during dinner.

How does empathy most likely improve a relationship? -It reduces tension. -It helps people feel intelligent. -It shows honesty and integrity. -It prevents reciprosity.

-It reduces tension.

Jason's friend Lola has a problem. What action should Jason take to let Lola know that he is there for her? -Repeat the important ideas he hears Lola saying. -Interrupt Lola with ideas on how to solve her problem. -Assume he understands the basis for Lola's problem. -Make Lola comfortable by avoiding eye contact.

-Repeat the important ideas he hears Lola saying.

Marcus is nervous about starting at a new school. He walks into class and looks around for an open seat. There are a few, but most of the students give off an unwelcoming vibe with their body language. Then Marcus spots an available seat next to a friendly-looking girl. What nonverbal communication might the girl be displaying to make Marcus feel comfortable? Check all that apply. -She makes eye contact. -She smiles. -She looks away. -She waves him over. -She whispers to the girl next to her.

-She makes eye contact. -She smiles. -She waves him over.

Shawn knows that it feels good to have a friend take him out to dinner. Which action could he use to show reciprocity? -Take one of his friends out to dinner. -Ask a friend to take him out to dinner. -Tell his friend how much he enjoyed the dinner. -Make sure to split dinner checks with his friend in the future.

-Take one of his friends out to dinner.

Which sign suggests that a teen has a healthy relationship with her parents? -The teen yells to honestly express her anger. -There are some barriers to communication. -The teen does not express any controversial opinions. -The parents accept that the teen has different ideas.

-The parents accept that the teen has different ideas.

Mrs. Johnson's debate class is practicing for the semifinals. Tony and Cleo are practicing their rebuttal speeches, but Cleo starts speaking to Tony in a patronizing manner. They have worked as partners before, and this is the first time Tony has felt disrespected. Tony wants to communicate with Cleo effectively. What should his response be? Check all that apply. -tell everyone in the class about Cleo's behavior so someone will let her know it's bothering him -get angry at Cleo the next time she speaks to him in a disrespectful way -calmly explain to Cleo how he feels using "I" statements -respond to Cleo using the same patronizing tone -ask Cleo if there is anything wrong and if he can help

-calmly explain to Cleo how he feels using "I" statements -ask Cleo if there is anything wrong and if he can help

Which action demonstrates effective communication? -communicating primarily in written formats -hiding private thoughts and feelings -considering what the other person is trying to say -avoiding discussing or displaying negative emotions

-considering what the other person is trying to say

Use the drop-down menus to complete the sentences in the passage. Andrea and Chloe have been friends since third grade. Lately, Andrea has been wondering if Chloe is taking advantage of their relationship. Andrea knows Chloe's parents are divorcing, and she feels ____________ for her, as her parents divorced several years ago. However, Chloe has been asking if she can copy Andrea's homework, saying she is not sleeping well. Andrea is starting to think this is a sign of a(n) ____________ relationship, as it is the only time they seem to talk. Andrea decides she is going to try to be ____________ in speaking with Chloe about her feelings.

-empathy -unhealthy -thoughtful

Which of these are healthy expressions of friendship between two people? Check all that apply. -feeling comfortable being themselves around each other -texting the other every hour to see if anything is wrong -respecting each other's need for privacy -relying on the other to meet all expectations -communicating feelings of empathy and support

-feeling comfortable being themselves around each other -respecting each other's need for privacy -communicating feelings of empathy and support

Which method is the best way to communicate about difficult issues? -by letter -over e-mail -in person -on the phone

-in person

Kayla's sister, Jenna, has just come into the kitchen yelling. Jenna is very upset about an incident that happened at school. Jenna believes that Kayla and her best friend, Valentina, are responsible for spreading a rumor about her. Kayla does not like the accusation, but she can see that her sister is very emotional about the situation, and she does not want to escalate the argument. What steps can Kayla take to communicate effectively in this situation? Check all that apply. -tell Jenna she does not have the facts -maintain eye contact -leave until Jenna calms down -remain quiet until Jenna is finished -stay relaxed but attentive

-maintain eye contact -remain quiet until Jenna is finished -stay relaxed but attentive

Hakim and Lucia have been dating for five months. Lucia is starting to feel like the relationship is unequal. They always go out to his favorite restaurant, and she watches his soccer matches, but he has only come to one of her volleyball games. She does not feel understood and lets Hakim know how she feels. How could Hakim improve his relationship by demonstrating reciprocity? Check all that apply. -make an effort to pay more attention to Lucia's interests -listen to Lucia's experiences and opinions -take more control of the relationship so that Lucia does not have to worry -talk more often so they can figure out which of them is right about the relationship -respectfully ask about her feelings

-make an effort to pay more attention to Lucia's interests -listen to Lucia's experiences and opinions -respectfully ask about her feelings

What healthy nonverbal techniques are the people in this image using? Check all that apply. -talking during the day -making eye contact -using a friendly tone of voice -maintaining relaxed body language -speaking words of encouragement

-making eye contact -maintaining relaxed body language

Which character trait is necessary for a person to be in a healthy relationship? -respectful -outgoing -ambitious -determined

-respectful

Long-term romantic relationships require more than physical passion and attraction. Attraction without connection is really just a crush or infatuation. Often, teenage dating is just about having fun, but as we grow older, emotional connection, friendship, and communication also become important. A deep, affectionate attachment takes the place of passion. These feelings of love and affection can be expressed in many different ways. What is a healthy way of demonstrating love and affection? -giving unsolicited criticism and instruction to change the other person -sharing, supporting, and accepting the other person as an individual -keeping secrets with the hope of not upsetting the other person -expressing feelings of jealousy to demonstrate affection

-sharing, supporting, and accepting the other person as an individual

What is empathy? -a feeling of discomfort about the misfortune of another person -care or concern for another person going through a difficult situation -a desire to eliminate the hurt that another person is experiencing -the ability to recognize and share the emotions of another person

-the ability to recognize and share the emotions of another person

According to the chart, what are the two most important aspects of personal communication? -spoken words and tone of voice -tone of voice and nonverbal cues -spoken word and nonverbal cues -All are equally important.

-tone of voice and nonverbal cues

-Sort the characteristics as they relate to health or unhealthy relationships. Healthy Relationship Unhealthy Relationship -open communication -difficult communication -disrespect -acceptance -honesty -dishonesty

Healthy Relationship: -open communication -acceptance -honesty Unhealthy Relationship: -difficult communication -disrespect -dishonesty