Explain the process of emotional contagion. Give an example of how this can occur in a small group setting
What will be an ideal response?
Answer should include the steps of emotional contagion: expression, perception, mimicry (unconscious or otherwise), and feedback leading to replication. Student should define emotional contagion, and mention that women are more prone to the phenomenon and that one theory of emotional contagion says that nonverbal cues are more consciously used to determine emotional response.
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Which conflict style has a high concern for group goals and a low concern for the member's personal goals?
a) Accommodating b) Collaborating c) Competing d) Avoiding e) Compromising
Which of the following theoretical rationales have been used to study antisocial and pro-social effects?
a) Social learning theory b) Two-step flow theory c) Agenda setting approach d) The third person effect