1). Describe why good communication is important.
A: Good communication is important because it is a process through which two or more people exchange information, and, if the message is not properly sent, misunderstandings can arise. Good communication, however, is also significant for building caring and satisfying relationships with your family, friends, co-workers, and society, as well as for letting others know what you need and want.
2). Identify the communication style that is most likely to lead to conflict.
A: Aggressive communication is the communication style that will most likely lead to conflict.
3). List five characteristics of good listening skills.
A: Five characteristics of good listening skills include maintaining eye contact, leaning forward and facing the speaker, asking questions, nodding your head, and paraphrasing the speaker.
4). List five ways you can improve your speaking skills.
A: You can improve your speaking skills by using proper voice volume, tone and pitch, "I" messages, showing empathy, and by practicing?
5). Compare the stages of Maslow's hierarchy of needs.
A: ?
6). Describe how you can learn to express emotions in a positive way.
A: You can learn to express your emotions in a positive way by constructive means such as role-playing a situation in which you lost your temper with a friend.
7). Summarize the limitations of defense mechanisms.
A: In the short-term, defense mechanisms may make a person feel better and allow one to manage through a difficult time. However, they do not make the upsetting emotions disappear. Instead, they tend to mask the unwanted feelings.
8). Describe three strategies you can use to manage your emotions in a positive way.
A: To manage your emotions, you could use the strategy of sublimation. An example of this is painting a mural when you are angry instead of creating graffiti. You could also the strategy of compensation. An example of this is trying to earn an A in your other class because you are doing poorly in mathematics. Lastly, you could use the strategy of daydreaming. An example of this is daydreaming in detention about what it will be like when you graduate and when teachers can't tell you what to do anymore.
9). Describe what is meant by the term "mental disorder."
A: A mental disorder is an illness that affects a person's thoughts, emotions, and behaviors. Those who suffer from a mental disorder many not be able to enjoy themselves. They may not feel good about themselves or may experience difficulties in the development of intimate relationships. They may also have difficulty dealing with everyday routines.
10). Describe three things you can do if you are experiencing depression.
A: If you are experiencing depression, you can face the problem by seeking professional help immediately. You can identify the issue by allowing a licensed professional to determine the cause. You can also take action by responding actively to depression by changing negative thoughts and using positive self-talk, seeking out support from others, and being active.
11). Describe three possible causes of mental disorders.
A: A possible cause of some metal disorders, such as phobias, is that it is developed from traumatic or stressful experiences in a person's life. Some examples of stressful or traumatic experiences are a death, an accident, or an abusive event. Another possible cause of mental disorders is inheritance. For example, researchers are trying to determine if schizophrenia is an inherited disorder. An additional, possible cause of mental disorders is that one can be caused by injury or a physical disorder that affects the brain. For example, brain tumors, alcoholism, and some infections can cause mental disorders.
12). If you think that you are suffering from a phobia, what type of treatment should you seek?
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http://psychology.about.com/od/theoriesofpersonality/a/hierarchyneeds.htm
6. I think you can add to this. What about using "I" statements and owning your feelings?
12.
http://www.helpguide.org/mental/phobia_symptoms_types_treatment.htm
The rest of your answers are very good.
5). Thank you for the provided link. However, I am already aware of what the stages of Maslow's hierarchy of needs are. I merely do not know of how to compare them.
6). You can learn to express your emotions in a positive way by using "I" statements, owning your own feelings, and by constructive means such as role-playing a situation in which you lost your temper with a friend.
12). I would seek self-help strategies and therapy.
Your answers are good.
5. What is different about each stage of Maslow's hierarchy?