Fear of misinterpreting or not being able to psychologically adjust to another person's message is called _____.
A)stage fright
B)listener apprehension
C)generalized communicative anxiety
D)tinnitus

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Listener apprehension, also known as communication apprehension, refers to the fear or anxiety associated with communicating with others in various situations. This may include fear of misinterpreting others' messages or not being able to adjust to their communication style. Stage fright is a specific type of listener apprehension related to public speaking. Generalized communicative anxiety is a broader term that may encompass listener apprehension as well as anxiety related to other types of communication, such as writing or nonverbal communication. Tinnitus refers to a ringing or buzzing sound in the ears and is not related to communication anxiety.

Fear of Misinterpreting or Not Being Able to Psychologically Adjust