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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
- Summary
Part Three: Applications
- Chapter 7: Nonverbal Communication in Non-Intimate Encounters
- Casual Encounters: Building Conversational Rapport
- Influential Encounters: Getting Help
- Summary
- Chapter 8: Nonverbal Communication in Intimate Encounters
- Relational Intimacy And Nonverbal Communication
- Nonverbal Communication In Intimate Encounters
- Summary
- 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
- Summary
- Chapter 10: Nonverbal Communication in Workplace Encounters
- Superior–Subordinate Encounters: Communicating Status
- Task-Oriented Encounters: Getting the Job Done
- Summary
- Chapter 11: Nonverbal Communication in Mediated Encounters
- Informative Encounters: Staying Connected
- Persuasive Encounters: Resisting Influence
- Entertaining Encounters: Absorbing Popular Culture
- Summary
Additional materials
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
- Summary
Part Three: Applications
- Chapter 7: Nonverbal Communication in Non-Intimate Encounters
- Casual Encounters: Building Conversational Rapport
- Influential Encounters: Getting Help
- Summary
- Chapter 8: Nonverbal Communication in Intimate Encounters
- Relational Intimacy And Nonverbal Communication
- Nonverbal Communication In Intimate Encounters
- Summary
- 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
- Summary
- Chapter 10: Nonverbal Communication in Workplace Encounters
- Superior–Subordinate Encounters: Communicating Status
- Task-Oriented Encounters: Getting the Job Done
- Summary
- Chapter 11: Nonverbal Communication in Mediated Encounters
- Informative Encounters: Staying Connected
- Persuasive Encounters: Resisting Influence
- Entertaining Encounters: Absorbing Popular Culture
- Summary
Additional materials
May 2016 | 544 pages | Sage US
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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.
Table Of 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
- Summary
- Part Three: Applications
- Chapter 7: Nonverbal Communication in Non-Intimate Encounters
- Casual Encounters: Building Conversational Rapport
- Influential Encounters: Getting Help
- Summary
- Chapter 8: Nonverbal Communication in Intimate Encounters
- Relational Intimacy And Nonverbal Communication
- Nonverbal Communication In Intimate Encounters
- Summary
- 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
- Summary
- Chapter 10: Nonverbal Communication in Workplace Encounters
- Superior–Subordinate Encounters: Communicating Status
- Task-Oriented Encounters: Getting the Job Done
- Summary
- Chapter 11: Nonverbal Communication in Mediated Encounters
- Informative Encounters: Staying Connected
- Persuasive Encounters: Resisting Influence
- Entertaining Encounters: Absorbing Popular Culture
- Summary