How does therapeutic communication differ from normal communication? Explain the four basic elements included in the communication style.
a) Therapeutic communication focuses on empathy, active listening, respect, and genuineness to facilitate healing and growth.
b) Therapeutic communication prioritizes confidentiality, professionalism, assertiveness, and nonverbal cues to establish trust and rapport.
c) Therapeutic communication emphasizes problem-solving, conflict resolution, negotiation, and compromise to address emotional and psychological issues.
d) Therapeutic communication involves validation, reassurance, clarification, and confrontation to promote insight and self-awareness.