Human Communication Overview

Communication is the process of giving, receiving, or exchanging ideas, information, signals, or messages through appropriate media. It can be used to persuade, seek information, provide information, or express emotions.

Intrapersonal communication involves listening to messages from your own body, such as feelings of hunger, sleepiness, or anger.

Interpersonal communication focuses on interactions with other people in a small group setting.

We often overlook the importance of communication because it is so common and automatic in our lives.

Scrutinizing our communication can make it more effective and beneficial for us and others.

Communication is not a passive process but a dynamic one where we actively influence and are influenced by others.

Psychology offers insights into how internal messages and feelings shape our perceptions and actions.

By neglecting internal messages, we can risk harming ourselves.

The process of expressing and trusting in oneself, seeking support, learning language skills, expressing empathy and experiencing acceptance from others.

Communication that involves spoken or written words.

Communication that involves body language, facial expressions, and tone of voice.

Essential skills for effective communication in small groups.

Graphical representations that explain the process of communication.

A simplified communication model with a source, receiver, message, and feedback.

A sender encodes a message and a receiver decodes it, requiring shared understanding.

The process of evaluating the clarity, accuracy, credibility, and relevance of information.

Communication flow in traditional mass media (print, film, radio, TV) is structured as one-to-many, reaching a large audience simultaneously.

Social media communication differs from mass media as it involves a two-way flow, with messages and feedback exchanged through technology.

While social media platforms seem like a free space, they are still influenced by institutional and business interests like mass media.

Video games are characterized by interactive, automated communication systems where user actions trigger responses within the game.

Video game players become active participants, impacting the game environment and shaping their unique experiences.

Traditional mass media, like TV or radio, rely primarily on a one-to-many model, where information flows from the source to the audience.

Economic constraints influence communication flows in traditional media, as maintaining these systems requires significant capital investment.

Communication, regardless of the platform, operates within a cultural context that shapes how messages are created, interpreted, and received.

The rise of user-generated content (UGC) on digital platforms, fueled by reduced costs and device miniaturization, where individuals become potential message producers, contributing to the platform's further growth.

Brands leverage influencers, who are individuals with large online followings, to reach target audiences and promote their products or services on social media platforms.

Communication within an organization involves both external communication with stakeholders like regulators, suppliers, and competitors, and internal communication to ensure employees and management work towards common goals.

The marketing department typically bridges the gap between an organization and its end-users, facilitating communication flow and promoting products or services to the target audience.

Cultural influences shape all aspects of communication, from greetings and work styles to communication pace, interpretation of symbols and colors.

Intercultural communication examines how cultural differences influence communication processes and offers strategies to overcome conflicts or misunderstandings arising from cultural variations.

Sports communication has exemplified global communication since long before the term 'globalization' was coined.

Health communication, particularly during a pandemic, faces challenges in explaining complex information effectively and establishing credibility, highlighting the crucial role of clear and reliable messaging during public health crises.