Silence in therapeutic communication is:

A. a means of disapproval.
B. to be avoided as it indicates intolerance and anger.
C. a means of communicating patience and allowing the client space in which to respond.
D. not therapeutic.


Answer: C. a means of communicating patience and allowing the client space in which to respond.

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