Nonverbal Communication

What Is Nonverbal Communication?

How Are Verbal and Nonverbal Communication Related?

Nonverbal and Verbal Codes Work Together

Why Are Nonverbal Codes Difficult to Interpret?

One Code Communicates a Variety of Meanings

A Variety of Codes Communicate the Same Meaning

Interpretations of Intentionality Vary

What Are Nonverbal Codes?

Bodily Movement and Facial Expression

Physical Attraction

Space

Time

Touching

Vocal Cues

Clothing and Other Artifacts

What Are Some Ways to Improve Nonverbal Communication?

Chapter Review

Summary

Key Terms

References