Abstract
Examined the effects and the relative contribution of 3 counselor behaviors (nonverbal behavior, jargon, and attire) on perceived expertness and attractiveness. In a factorial design, 120 undergraduates observed an interview with a counselor performing in 1 of 8 combinations of responsive or unresponsive nonverbal behavior, professional or layman's jargon, and formal or casual attire. Ss rated the perceived expertness and attractiveness of the counselor using the Counselor Rating Form. ANOVAs revealed that all 3 independent variables significantly affected the 2 rated dimensions. Nonverbal behavior accounted for most of the variance and differentially affected ratings of expertness and attractiveness, while jargon and attire were much inferior in their relative contribution to Ss' perceptions. (32 ref) (PsycINFO Database Record (c) 2006 APA, all rights reserved).
Original language | English |
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Pages (from-to) | 261-267 |
Number of pages | 7 |
Journal | Journal of Counseling Psychology |
Volume | 29 |
Issue number | 3 |
DOIs | |
State | Published - May 1982 |
Externally published | Yes |
Keywords
- nonverbal behavior & jargon & attire of counselor, perceived expertness & attractiveness, college students
ASJC Scopus subject areas
- Social Psychology
- Clinical Psychology
- Psychiatry and Mental health