Read the question carefully and answer each part. Your response must be at least 200 words. I am looking for your thoughts on this; not verbatim facts from the textbook.
Discuss what you have learned about male-female differences in communication. What are some common miscommunication issues? Can you identify with the characterizations talked about in your textbook? Name three movies, television shows, or books that focus on male-female communication issues?
Select one question to respond to this week; include additional information/research found online or from the library in your response. Remember to always identify the question that you select prior to your response. Your response must be at least 300 words. Don’t forget to integrate information from your source and cite it appropriately at the end of your response.
1. Many factors influence one’s ability to communicate sexually. For example, Chapter 1 of the text discussed the three dimension of sexuality (biological, psychological, and sociocultural factors). Based on the contents of that chapter, as well as what you read in Chapter 3, describe how the three dimensions of sexuality may have helped or hindered your ability to communicate in a relationship.
2. Discuss the pros and cons of Internet dating, In light of some of the recent sex crimes involving adults and minors who met online, do you support government regulation of chat rooms and/or online dating services? Why or why not? Create a list of precautions to follow when engaging in online dating activities.
3. Researchers and relationship scholars have become very interested in exploring “friends with benefits” and “hooking up.” Discuss these phenomenon. Create a list of pros and cons to these types of relationships. Conclude with a discussion of safety issues that should be considered in all relationships, but especially these two.
4. What is love? Is it possible to love more than one person in a lifetime? More than one person at a time? Is jealousy a natural part of a love relationship? Is it healthy? How do you feel about polyamorous relationships? Define and list the pros and cons.