What is the typical communication style of someone from the ...

[ETearle]

What is the typical communication style of someone from the Pacific Islands? If the client feels the counselor is being judgmental, how might this affect communication?

Question 2

Which statement could you credibly make for meaningful weight loss?
 a. Laxatives promote weight loss.
 b. Hot baths speed up metabolism.
 c. Grapefruit juice melts body fat.
 d. Unwise weight-loss techniques can be dangerous.
  e. Certain creams rubbed on the skin can break up fat.

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Answer to Question 1

Samoans expect exceptional politeness in interactions; showing irritation, anger, or other hostile emotion is considered rude and a sign of weakness. When entering a room, Samoans walk around to greet each person with a smile and handshake. Eye contact is expected. Both Samoans and Tongans are concerned that all participants in a conversation be at an equal level. A reserved conversational style and the desire to maintain harmony may result in some Pacific Islanders enduring pain rather than expressing it. Judgmental or accusatory attitudes regarding lifestyle (especially weight gain) may cause Pacific Islanders to avoid further counseling.

Answer to Question 2

d

[ETearle]

Great answer, keep it coming

[Joy Chen]

Thanks for the timely response, appreciate it