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Assignment 1: Improving Perception And Communication

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Jim’s self-concept displays his upset that no matter the amount of effort he applies to his grades he will never meet his father’s expectations. This discourages Jim, creating self-doubt and a negative impact on his self-esteem. Jim feels that he cannot do better than what he is doing because he possibly feels defeated.
Jim’s father’s applied negative direct definitions by accusing Jim of goofing off and/or not applying himself to his studies. Negative direct definitions possess the ability to potentially damage the self-esteem, especially in children (Wood, 2012).

2. How is self-concept affecting the interaction? Is it helping it? Hindering it? Explain using concepts from the text. Self-concept hinders the interaction between Jim and his …show more content…

Using the guidelines for improving perception and communication starting on page 79 of the text, provide at least two tips for both Jim and his father on how to handle the situation in an effective way. Make sure to incorporate the text guidelines with proper in-text citations to support your points.
The first thing Jim needs to do is remember that he is not able to know what his father is thinking. “When we mind read, we act as though we know what is on another person’s mind (Wood, 2012).” This is not only frustrating for the person mind reading but for the person being read as well. Jim should have attempted to explain what was going on to his father to clear up any uncertainty.
Jim’s father should have used positive reinforcement, instead of boasting about his own academic career, while assuming the worst in his son. Jim should examine the accomplishments of his academics instead of trying to live up to his fathers.
Jim should also organize his needs or priorities when sitting down to study or do his homework. This will help him stay focused, on subject, while working on his assignments. If having people present while working on his academics is hindering his ability to focus, he should find seclusion so he can give his assignments all his attention. Jim needs to determine an acceptable social or study schedule to avoid lack of sleep or study

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