You are a newcomer in a group. During group discussions, members talk a great deal and listen to each other. When you try to contribute, however you are ignored or given polite silence. Group members are clearly displaying which defensive communication pattern?

Answer: Indifference

Explanation:

In terms of defensive communication, indifference is referred as ignorance exhibited by the people towards a individual by not responding to them or remain silent. In this mechanism, people show no interest and concern toward the external individual.

According to the question, newcomer is treated with indifference as he is being ignored and responded with silence whenever he tries to indulge in group talks.