Group communication is overviewed.

I describe the following concepts: supportive and defensive communication climates, comfirming and disconfirming responses, cohesiveness, active listening, and verbal and non-verbal dynamics.

Self-disclosure essay tips are given.

Write an essay on self-disclosure that includes: i) In what type of situation would you self-disclose personal information? Explain? ii)Does the type of relationship dictate the level of self-disclosure? Why or why not? iii)What affects can self-disclosure have on personal relationships? iv)When would self-disclosure be used negatively against someone? Explain.