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EFFECTIVE
COMMUNICATION
STYLES AND SKILLS
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Unit #4 vocab
Sterility- the inability to reproduce
Monogamy-having one partner for life
Infatuation- exaggerated feelings of passion
Compromise-a problem solving method in which each participant
give up something.
Self control- a person’s ability to use responsibility to over-ride
emotions.
Relationship-a bond or connection you have with other people.
Harassment- persistently annoying others.
Clique- a small circle of friends, usually with similar backgrounds or
tastes, who exclude people viewed as outsiders.
Abstinence- doing without
Intimacy- a closeness between two people that develops over time.
Tolerance- the ability to accept others’ differences
Dysuria- pain or burning upon urination
Asymptomatic-people who are infected show no symptoms or the
infections produce mild symptoms that disappear.
Platonic friendship-a friendship with opposite gender where there is
affection
Hormones- chemical substances that help regulate many of your
body’s functions.
REAL LIFE ISSUES
• Heather’s friend Lisa is the kind of person who
always wants to have her own way. When they go
out together, Lisa decides where they’ll go and
what they’ll do. If Heather offers a suggestion, Lisa
dismisses it. Heather wants to stay friends with Lisa,
but she is tired of being pushed around. She wishes
she knew how to stand up for herself without being
rude.
• Write a letter from Heather to Lisa. In it, Heather
should discuss how Lisa’s behavior makes her feel. 4
sentences minimum
DATING
• Asking out; Should it be BOYS or
GIRLS
• First date
DO YOU KNOW
FRIENDS LIKE
HEATHER AND
LISA?
Aggressive
• Aggressive- overly
forceful, pushy, or
hostile. It may
involve bullying or
intimidation. Those
with aggressive
behavior may not
pay attention to
others’ thoughts,
feelings, or needs.
STYLES OF
COMMUNICATION
Passive
• PASSIVE- unwilling or
unable to express
thoughts and
feelings in a direct
or firm manner. This
involves putting
others’ needs
ahead of your own.
People adopt this
style to avoid
conflict.
STYLES OF
COMMUNICATION
Assertive
• Assertive- expressing
your views clearly
and respectfully. This
involves standing up
for your rights and
beliefs while also
respecting those of
others. Those that
adopt this are trying
to find the best
solution to the
problem.
WAYS TO COMMUNICATE
SPEAKING SKILLS• “You” messages
• Why can’t you show up on
time?
• You never listen to what I
say
• You always ignore me
when your other friends
are around.
• “I” messages
• I really don’t like
waiting-it makes me
feel like you don’t
care.
• I feel like my
suggestions are not
being taken
seriously.
LISTENING SKILLS
• ACTIVE LISTENING, paying close attention to what
someone is saying and communicate.
• Practice active listening
• Don’t interrupt. Give your full attention.
• Show interest. Eye contact, “I see”, “go on”,
“I understand”
• Restate what you hear. Summarize the speaker’s
words.
• Ask questions. Help clarify the conversation.
• Show empathy. Do not ignore the speaker’s
attitude or non verbal actions.
COMMUNICATE
•FIND A PARTNER
DRAWING
DRAWING
SWITCH PARTNERS
DRAWING
DRAWING
EVERYONE DRAW WHAT YOU SEE
NONVERBAL COMMUNICATION
Tone
• “Nice hat”
• “I’m fine”
• “Really?”
What do you
think?
NONVERBAL COMMUNICATION
NONVERBAL COMMUNICATION
PARTNER UP
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2.
3.
4.
Speak calmly and clearly.
Use “I” messages.
Show respect and empathy
Listen carefully and ask appropriate questions.