Discuss how haptics can be affected by culture.

What will be an ideal response?


Haptics refers to the study of human touch. The amount of touch we need, initiate, tolerate, and receive depends on our cultural background. We absorb these lessons about touch as we grow up, from our role models and from observing others. In some cultures, hugging a friend when you see them is common, while in other cultures this would never be done. It is important to remember these differences when communicating with people from cultures other than your own.

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a. receive negative feedback from family members. b. receive positive feedback from family members. c. be encouraged to further express her or his self-reliance. d. be encouraged to become more self-sufficient. e. be told to "always be true to oneself."

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What will be an ideal response?

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A. persuasive  B. conceptual  C. opinion D. factual 

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Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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