Nonverbal Communication Concepts

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What is an adaptor?

A visible symbol representing an abstract idea

Nonverbal cues that regulate interaction

The study of space and how we use it

Movements that satisfy personal needs and help adapt to your environment (correct)

What are regulators in communication?

Nonverbal cues directly linked with words

Nonverbal cues that regulate interaction (correct)

Behaviors that reinforce verbal communication

The study of the role of time in communication

What is an emblem in nonverbal communication?

A visible symbol representing an abstract idea

What is an illustrator?

Nonverbal cues that reinforce verbal communication Signup and view all the answers

What does kinesics refer to?

The interpretation of body motion communication. Signup and view all the answers

What is haptics?

A form of nonverbal communication through touch. Signup and view all the answers

What does proxemics study?

The study of space and how we use it. Signup and view all the answers

What is chronemics?

The study of the role of time in communication. Signup and view all the answers

What are the functions of eye contact?

To portray involvement, attention, and can affect perception. Signup and view all the answers

What are the names of proxemic distances?

Intimate, personal, social, and public distances. Signup and view all the answers

What do principles of pupil dilation indicate?

Interest level, attraction. Signup and view all the answers

What are some meanings associated with touch?

All of the above Signup and view all the answers

What are the functions of silence?

To think, hurt others, respond to anxiety, and achieve specific effects. Signup and view all the answers

What are personal adornment principles?

How space, color, or clothing convey feelings about individuals. Signup and view all the answers

What does monochromic refer to?

Doing one thing at a time, valuing privacy and independence. Signup and view all the answers

What does polychromic refer to?

Doing many things at a time, valuing family and interdependence. Signup and view all the answers

What is paralanguage?

The way something is said including intonation and emphasis. Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Adaptors

Movements that meet personal needs and help individuals adjust to their environment.
Include behaviors such as yawning and adjusting glasses.

Regulators

Nonverbal cues used to manage conversation flow, including turn-taking and interaction.
Eye behavior, vocal inflection, and head nods are examples of regulators.

Emblems

Visible symbols that represent abstract concepts, such as using "V" for "Victory."

Illustrators

Nonverbal cues that accompany verbal communication to reinforce or emphasize spoken words.
Used for describing dimensions, as in "it was this wide."

Kinesics

Study of body movement communication, encompassing facial expressions and gestures.
Involves any body motion or position as a form of nonverbal behavior.

Haptics

Form of nonverbal communication involving touch, conveying feelings and emotions.
Touch is recognized as a highly effective means for expressing emotions.

Proxemics

Study of personal space and its impact on communication and comfort levels.
Examines how spatial arrangements influence interaction dynamics.

Chronemics

Exploration of how time affects communication, considered a subfield of nonverbal communication.
Addresses the significance of timing in interactions.

Functions of Eye Contact

Eye contact reflects engagement and attentiveness.
It can convey emotions such as confidence, anger, or fear and influences interaction dynamics.

Proxemic Distances

Four types of interpersonal distances: intimate, personal, social, and public.
Distances are chosen consciously and do not include forced proximity.

Principles of Pupil Dilation

Pupillometrics indicate levels of interest and attraction based on pupil size.

Meanings of Touch

Touch can convey a spectrum of emotions: positive feelings, playfulness, control, and task-related interactions.
Touch avoidance can signify discomfort or boundaries.

Functions of Silence

Served purposes include contemplation, emotional expression, communication barriers, and responses to anxiety.
Silence can convey varied emotional states and achieve specific communicative goals.

Personal Adornment Principles

Explore feelings associated with clothing choices, including the impact of formal versus informal dress.
Consider how space, color, or clothing expresses identity.

Monochronic Time Orientation

Individuals prioritize tasks, value privacy, and prefer to focus on one activity at a time.

Polychronic Time Orientation

Individuals engage in multiple activities simultaneously, prioritizing family and interpersonal relationships without valuing privacy.

Paralanguage

Refers to how something is communicated, encompassing aspects like intonation, stress, and emphasis in spoken language.

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Description

This quiz covers key concepts of nonverbal communication, including adaptors, regulators, emblems, illustrators, kinesics, haptics, and proxemics. Test your understanding of how body movements and nonverbal cues contribute to effective communication.