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Which type of non-verbal communication involves unconscious movements related to anxiety?
Which type of non-verbal communication involves unconscious movements related to anxiety?
What does silence signify in non-verbal communication?
What does silence signify in non-verbal communication?
Which non-verbal communication type involves the usage of voice to provide emphasis and authority?
Which non-verbal communication type involves the usage of voice to provide emphasis and authority?
What do hug, kiss, and handshake symbolize in non-verbal communication?
What do hug, kiss, and handshake symbolize in non-verbal communication?
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Which theory of non-verbal communication involves alternate and primary sign language?
Which theory of non-verbal communication involves alternate and primary sign language?
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Explain the significance of silence in non-verbal communication.
Explain the significance of silence in non-verbal communication.
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What does body language in non-verbal communication encompass? Provide examples of unconscious and conscious movements.
What does body language in non-verbal communication encompass? Provide examples of unconscious and conscious movements.
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How are facial expressions related to non-verbal communication?
How are facial expressions related to non-verbal communication?
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Discuss the role of touch in non-verbal communication and provide examples of its symbolic meanings.
Discuss the role of touch in non-verbal communication and provide examples of its symbolic meanings.
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How do clothes and personal appearance contribute to non-verbal communication?
How do clothes and personal appearance contribute to non-verbal communication?
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Study Notes
Non-Verbal Communication Types
- Leakage: involves unconscious movements related to anxiety
Silence in Non-Verbal Communication
- signifies awkwardness, disagreement, or attention
- can be used strategically to convey power or control
Vocalics
- involves the usage of voice to provide emphasis and authority
- includes tone, pitch, volume, and rate of speech
Haptics
- hug, kiss, and handshake symbolize affection, intimacy, and friendship
- touch can convey emotions, comfort, and empathy
Sign Language Theory
- involves alternate and primary sign language
- primary sign language is used by the deaf community, while alternate sign language is used by hearing individuals to communicate with the deaf
Body Language
- encompasses posture, facial expressions, eye contact, and gestures
- can convey confidence, emotional state, and intentions
Movements in Non-Verbal Communication
- Unconscious movements: include leakage, nervous behaviors, and habits
- Conscious movements: include deliberate gestures, postures, and expressions
Facial Expressions
- convey emotions, attitudes, and intentions
- can be universal (e.g., happiness, sadness) or culturally specific
Touch in Non-Verbal Communication
- can convey emotions, comfort, and empathy
- examples of symbolic meanings:
- holding hands: affection and intimacy
- pat on the back: comfort and support
- handshake: greeting and respect
Clothes and Personal Appearance
- contribute to non-verbal communication through social status, occupation, and personality
- can influence how others perceive and interact with us
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Test your knowledge of non-verbal communication with this quiz! Explore the various types such as silence and body language, and learn how they convey different messages.
