Gender Communication and Friendship
 

1. Same-sex friendship

 
Think of a close friend you have of the SAME SEX and then use that friendship to answer the following questions.

T = True or mostly true for this friendship
F = False or mostly false for this frienship

1. I call this friend "just to talk."

2. I am comfortable hugging this friend hello and/or goodbye.

3. I am comfortable expressing affection for this friend (for example, saying "I love you" or "You mean a lot to me.").

4. I spend time with this friend in organized activities such as sports, social organizations, etc.

5. I feel close, supported, and satisfied with this friend.

6. I am comfortable sharing my hopes, dreams, and fears with this friend.

7. I turn to this friend for advice, suggestions, and ideas on how to "fix" the problems I am having.

8. I enjoy spending time alone with this friend.

9. I have shared something important about me with this friend that few or no other people know.

10. I consider a same sex friend to be my best friend.

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