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The uncertainty reduction theory was created with intention of giving an explanation to an everyday occurrence when encountering new people. The theory gives reason to something everyday people experience regularly without consciously thinking about it. Psychology had attempted to explain the emotional process of first encounters but never like this. Although a lot of thought and consideration had been put into this‚ there was no way it could consistently cover every aspect it addresses. Diving further
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Uncertainty Reduction Theory (URT) originates from theorist Charles Barger. This theory is objective with a socio-psychological tradition. URT suggests “that in order for relationships to be maintained‚ relational partners must manage their uncertainty by constantly updating their knowledge of themselves‚ their partners‚ and their relationships” (Aylor and Dainton‚ 2001‚ pg. 2). The main focus of Uncertainty Reduction Theory is how communication is used to reduce uncertainty during interactions.
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Joyce Samantha B. Gula Com32 Personal Reflections on Social Penetration Theory and Uncertainty Reduction Theory Social Penetration Theory Being shy is one of my personalities. Consequently‚ the tendency is that I have a hard time disclosing myself to other people. Personally‚ the person who probably has the deepest degree of intimacy with me would be my best friend. The degree of intimacy or in Altman and Taylor’s term‚ the depth of penetration‚ is the degree of self-disclosure of an individual
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Danny Ulrey 11/3/10 Theory & Rhetoric Annotated Bibliography Uncertainty Reduction Theory 1). Witt‚ P.‚ & Behnke‚ R. (2006). Anticipatory Speech Anxiety as a Function of Public Speaking Assignment Type. Communication Education‚ 55(2)‚ 167-177. doi:10.1080/03634520600566074. * Research Questions: -Why does public speaking generate anticipatory anxiety? -Is public speaking anxiety dependent on assignment type? -How can anticipatory public speaking anxiety be controlled?
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COMMUNICATION PRIVACY MANAGEMENT THEORY (CPM) Communication Theory Communication Privacy Management Theory‚ priory known as the Boundary Management Theory‚ is a knowledgeable communication scheme that was first introduced by Sandra Petronio. Through the transformation of the boundary theory to the current CPM theory Petronio found an underlying difference that made it more understandable when describing it to an audience. Petronio primarily
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but they did have one thing in common. The way that they inspired to get to know each other is a good example of the Uncertainty Reduction Theory. After reading and doing online research about interpersonal communication theories‚ the Uncertainty Reduction Theory is definitely shown through Harry and Erica in the 2003 film‚ Something’s Gotta Give. In order to understand the theory and how it is shown through the film‚ it is important to have a little background on the movie itself. Something’s Gotta
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Midterm Study Guide Fall 2012 Chapter 1: Introduction to group communication 1. *Explain the six characteristics of small groups. a. Small number of people – 3-9 people‚ minimum number of people will allow you to achieve a task effectively b. Common purpose or goal – all group members are working toward the same goal c. Common experiences/sense of belonging d. Interdependent – we all affect each other e. Psychological bond – “us vs. them”; idea that we communicate
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aspects and theories that involve organizational communication throughout the movie. The film is about a US prison where the prisoners have formally served in the military and have committed crimes while serving their time. The movie shows how the prisoners come together when a former well-respected general is sent there to overpower the man that runs the facility. The first theory and probably the most noted theory is the Adaptive Structuration Theory of Marshall Scott Poole. Poole’s theory states
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Furthermore‚ to analyze the patient’s perspective during this scenario‚ the theoretical framework of Mishel’s (1988) Uncertainty Theory can be applied. Specifically‚ Abad et al (2010) states how psychological distress during isolation is most commonly linked to uncertainty and loss of control. The theoretical framework of Uncertainty can be defined as the inability to predict outcomes in terms of an illness related event. This is evident during the scenario when the patient is experiencing clear
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