Recreate the Knapp and Vangelisti staircase model of relationship stages. Select four of the stages and define them.

What will be an ideal response?

Coming together stages: initiating, experimenting, intensifying and interpreting. Maintenance stages: bonding and differentiating. Coming apart stages: circumscribing, stagnating, avoiding, and terminating.

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A nonverbal message that repeats a verbal message is a(n) ___________

Fill in the blanks with correct word

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What theory suggests that behavior such as hugging, kissing, holding hands, and listening contributes to our survival and promotes bonding with those whom we consider potential intimate partners?

a. sympathetic response theory b. attached display theory c. affection exchange theory d. value interaction theory

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