Describe at least four nonverbal behaviors that might make you feel uncomfortable when you go for a health checkup, and indicate why they bother you. Describe how you personally react when confronted with these behaviors
What will be an ideal response?
Answer: Individual answers will vary but are likely to include some of the following bothersome behaviors:
? Wandering or rolling eyes during a conversation
? Staring at the ceiling
? Squirming, pencil or foot tapping
? Peering over glasses
? Deep breath, sighs
? Wrinkled forehead
? Having someone point a finger at you
? Stretching, yawning
Individuals also react differently to these "negative" behaviors, ranging from being intimidated, to having hurt feelings, to defensive anger.
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