Non-verbal Communication. How necessary is it to use and interpret it?

Non-verbal Communication A type of communication which presupposes a face-to-face interaction, in which people exchange wordless messages. Wordless messages can be send through: Gestures: body language Posture: facial expressions and eye contact Objects: hairstyle, clothing Architecture: symbols

Nonverbal Communication Face-to-face interaction environmental conditions where communication takes place the physical characteristics of the communicators behaviors of communicators during interaction.

Importance Express emotions Express interpersonal attitudes To accompany speech in managing the cues of interaction between speakers and listeners Self-presentation of one’s personality

It has been stated that non-verbal communication plays a role in every kind of discourse, and in professional interpretation It is one of the key aspects of communication Used to repeat the verbal message Often used to accent a verbal message. Often complement the verbal message but also may contradict. Regulate interactions May substitute for the verbal message

Why It's Critical to Know What the Body is Saying People don't say what they think Lies. Hidden thoughts Influence what other people may think

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