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Nonverbal communication (contrast between verbal and non-verbal…
Nonverbal communication
Process of generalizing meaning using behavior other than words
contrast between verbal and non-verbal communication
Non-verbal
Vocal element: Paralanguage ...................................................................................Non-vocal element: Body language(gesture, facial expression, eye contact, etc)
governed by right side of brain
biologically evolved
same meaning across cultures
projects more emotionally, affective meaning
doesn't have explicit system of rule
Verbal
Vocal element: Spoken words ............................................................................. Non-vocal element: writing, sign language
governed by left side of brain
culturally based
doesn't have same universal meaning
projects less emotionally affective meanings
has explicit set and system of rule
Principles of non verbal communication
Conveys important interpersonal and emotional messages
2.More involuntary than verbal(eg: facial expression, sound pitch)
Is more ambiguous
4.More credible
Function of nonverbal communication
Conveys meaning by reinforcing, substituting for or contradicting verbal communication
Influences other (mainly using deception)
Regulates conversational flow
Affects relationships ( uses Tie signs and Immediacy behavior)
Expresses our identities