Changing how you talk depending on who you are talking to. regulation/control b. functions of communication c. communicating to connect d. avoidance of speaking in groups, public speaking or even in interpersonal situations e. when someone hesitates in interpersonal communication because of fear of what people will say / think about them f. improves relationship with self, with others, and enhances knowledge and skills g. emotional expression h. leads people in to developing anxiety and fear of communicating in different circumstances i. information j. when a speaker is apprehensive in communicating in certain situations only