Full Description
Nonverbal Communication in Everyday Life, Fourth Edition, is the most comprehensive, thoroughly researched, and up-to-date introduction to the subject of nonverbal communication available today. Renowned author Martin S. Remland introduces nonverbal communication in a concise and engaging format that connects foundational concepts, current theory, and new research findings to familiar everyday interactions. Presented in three parts, the text offers full and balanced coverage of the functions, channels, and applications of nonverbal communication. This approach not only gives students a strong foundation, but also allows them to fully appreciate the importance of nonverbal communication in their personal and professional lives.
Contents
Part One: Foundations
Chapter 1: The Nature and Functions of Nonverbal Communication
When Does Communication Occur?
When Is Communication Nonverbal?
What Are The Primary Functions Of Nonverbal Communication?
The Basic Nonverbal Signaling Systems
Summary
Chapter 2: The Development of Nonverbal Communication: Acquiring Everyday Skills
Nonverbal Communication Skills
The Development of Nonverbal Communication Skills
Individual Differences In Nonverbal Communication Skills
Education and Training
Summary
Part Two: Codes and Functions
Chapter 3: The Human Body: Signaling Multiple Identities
Communication Codes
Communication Functions
Summary
Chapter 4: Personal Space, Eye Contact, and Touch: An Approach-Avoidance Signaling System
Communication Codes
Communication Functions
Summary
Chapter 5: Facial Expression: Communicating Emotion
Communication Codes
Communication Functions
Summary
Chapter 6: Voice and Gesture: Speaking and Replacing Speech
Communication Codes
Communication Functions
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Part Three: Applications
Chapter 7: Nonverbal Communication in Non-Intimate Encounters
Casual Encounters: Building Conversational Rapport
Influential Encounters: Getting Help
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Chapter 8: Nonverbal Communication in Intimate Encounters
Relational Intimacy And Nonverbal Communication
Nonverbal Communication In Intimate Encounters
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Chapter 9: Nonverbal Communication in Deceptive Encounters
Lying And Deception In Everyday Life
Theories Of Nonverbal Communication And Deception
Studies Comparing Liars and Truth Tellers
Catching Liars
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Chapter 10: Nonverbal Communication in Workplace Encounters
Superior-Subordinate Encounters: Communicating Status
Task-Oriented Encounters: Getting the Job Done
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Chapter 11: Nonverbal Communication in Mediated Encounters
Informative Encounters: Staying Connected
Persuasive Encounters: Resisting Influence
Entertaining Encounters: Absorbing Popular Culture
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