The Effects Of Nonverbal Messages On Interpersonal,...

Communication is generally defined as having both a verbal and nonverbal component. Whereas verbal communication often refers to the words we use in communication, nonverbal refers to communication that is produced by some means other than words (eye contact, body language or vocal cues, for example) (Knapp, 2002). In countless situations, it appears that an incredible volume of important interpersonal information is being quickly communicated, mostly nonverbally yet there is a great deal of misinformation and misunderstanding in face-to-face human relations. As we continue to explore how different nonverbal codes affect meaning, this paper will attempt to demonstrate my understanding of how to recognize different nonverbal codes and their impact on the meaning of intended and unintended messages by recording an experience and begins to analyze the impact of nonverbal messages on interpersonal, organizational, and public communication. 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