Describe at least three of the six functions of nonverbal messages
What will be an ideal response?
Nonverbal messages can substitute or take the place of a verbal message like nodding
your head rather than saying ?yes?. They can also complement, clarify, or extend the
meaning of the verbal information. In other words, while you are talking (verbal) your
face and body are communicating nonverbal to enhance the meaning of what you?re
saying. They can also contradict what you are saying. For example, you could say
you?re happy but have a frown on your face. They can regulate the flow of
conversation. This lets your conversational partners know when you want to speak and
when you would rather not speak. Nonverbal cues can also repeat what is contained in
the verbal portion of the message. Finally, they can accent or reinforce a verbal message.
A person might do this to add emphasis to the message.
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boss? answers tended to ramble on and this made Don second guess what his boss was saying. This frustrated Don when all he wanted was information. Don?s listening style would be described as ________. A) time oriented B) action oriented C) people oriented D) content oriented
In romantic relationships, there are rules that can keep the relationship together—or, when broken, lead to deterioration and eventually dissolution. Which of the following is a rule?
a) Acknowledge each other's individual identities and lives beyond the relationship. b) Avoid open communication with each other. c) Express differing values, attitudes, and beliefs. d) Avoid substantial shared time together.