Which response style is characterized by diminishing the importance of someone else’s good news?

The choice that identifies the response style characterized by diminishing the importance of someone else’s good news is known as a Joy Thief. A Joy Thief refers to behaviors or comments that undermine or devalue another person's positive experiences or accomplishments. When someone engages in this response style, they may react to good news with indifference or by making sarcastic remarks, effectively stealing the joy that should be associated with the celebration of that news.

In contrast, the other response styles are related to different ways of engaging with good news. Passive Constructive Response primarily involves giving low-key responses that are not particularly engaging, while Active Destructive Response involves actively criticizing or focusing on the negative aspects of the good news. Active Constructive Response, on the other hand, is the opposite of a Joy Thief, as it emphasizes encouragement and celebration of the good news shared by others. Understanding these distinctions can enhance interpersonal communication and support, especially in resilience training and fostering positive relationships.