Non-Verbal Communication : The Patterns Of Interpersonal Communication

Non Verbal Communication: includes gestures, facial expressions, and body positions (known collectively as “body language”), as well as unspoken understandings and presuppositions, and cultural and environmental conditions that may affect any encounter between

Facial expressions -The human face is extremely expressive, able to express countless emotions without saying a word. And unlike some forms of nonverbal communication, facial expressions are

Non-verbal communication: ways of communicating without using words (for example, through body language such as gestures, eye-contact and touch)

To me interpersonal communication describes the exchange of verbal and nonverbal messages between two different people. Joseph DeVito states that “interpersonal communication is inevitable, irreversible, and unrepeatable” due to these things effective communication is a necessary skill for us to function in our day to day lives (p. 20). Therefore, I have created a theory for interpersonal communication that goes as follows; To experience effective communication you must understand: your culture, the other person’s culture, and how to listen effectively. By knowing these three things you can consistently avoid misunderstandings and promote understanding in your interpersonal and intercultural relationships.

Non-verbal communication consists mainly of the things people do with their body language. There are times where words are expressed and non-verbal communication could help emphasize the message. A few examples of nonverbal communication are hand gestures eye contact, facial expressions as well as tone and volume. I was given this assignment to observe a situation and take note of the nonverbal communication that occurred. I also had to observe whether the non-verbals were able to execute the message and if the behavior was acceptable.

There are many levels and moving parts in communication. We rely on both verbal and non-verbal forms of communication in order to send, receive, translate and respond to each other (Cheesebro, O’Connor, Rios, 2010). The spoken or written word only comprises of about 7% of our communication with each other. The other 93% is made up of voice quality and non-verbal communication (Heathfield, 2011). Non-verbal communication or demonstrative communication comes in many forms. It includes body language, facial expressions, eye contact, posture, touch and tone of language.

sort of communicative value whether someone is showing it in a facial expression or in the way

This model focuses on one type of communication: Verbal. Research suggests that the majority of communication is non-verbal. According to Argyle (1988), only 7% of the message is communicated verbally while the remaining 93% is communicated non-verbally. Of the non-verbal communication, 38% involves the use of vocal tones and 55% is attributed to body language.

This model focus on one type of communication verbaral resach suggesstes that the majority of communication is non-verbal. According to Argyle (1988), only 7% of the message is communicated verbally by the words used during an interaction while the remaining 93% is communicated non-verbally. Of the non-verbal communication, 38% involves the use of vocal tones and 55% is attributed to body language.

Nonverbal communication plays an essential role in any conversation. Individuals who are aware of nonverbal actions during conversations can more effectively interpret what is being communicated.

Over this summer course I have learned a lot about communication. I learned how significant nonverbal and verbal communication is, along with listening. I never fully understood how big communication is in our daily lives. I now realize that it is a huge aspect of how we continue in our lives. This course has showed me different levels of communication.

Nonverbal communication plays an essential role in any conversation. Individuals who are aware of nonverbal actions during conversations can more effectively interpret what is being communicated.

they were more likely to get a favorable decision on a job interview or in a

A study by Albert Mehrabian 1967 showed that 93% of communication is nonverbal with 55% of body language, and 38% of tonality, this takes into consideration that verbal communication only accounts for 7% of impact of all communication (Mehrabian, 2007).

Nonverbal communication plays an essential role in any conversation. Individuals who are aware of nonverbal actions during conversations can more effectively interpret what is being communicated.