All persons, in whatever occupation, use interpersonal communication. Mistakes occur because the proper conduction of message and reception among speakers and listeners is marred through verbal and physical (1) inattention, (2) disrespect, (3) mismanagement, and (4) ambiguity. Because we talk, discuss, argue, and debate among ourselves at home, at play, and at work, communnication is an obvious necessity for both personal and professional growth and strength. The mastery of making one's words effective to another is vital. This book demonstrates how these problems may be avoided through the demonstration of proper speech making techniques and interactive discussion. Though packed with information, that is both practical and theoretical, the reader will discover that the lessons revealed will not only improve communication in work and play, but will increase their enjoyment of life and substantially increase their income.
$15.56
Show Detail »
What are the main influences on the formation of self-identity? What role do language and non-verbal communication play in the construction and display of identity? How does consumer culture impact on displays of self-identity? The rapid growth of cultural diversity within Western societies not only presents new possibilities and dilemmas for the construction of self and social-identity, but also highlights the need for individuals to be aware of the factors which impact upon co-cultural and intercultural communication. Many of the messages carried in everyday social interaction can be seen to carry the raw materials out of which identities are explored, displayed and constructed.This introductory text explores the socio-cultural surround in which interpersonal communication takes place, and considers the interface between interpersonal and mass communication. Case studies, models, questions for discussion and examples linking theory and practice allow you to explore ideas about the formation and display of identity in everyday encounters. The topics include: exploration of the concept of identity; identities in groups; social identities: ethnic, class, gender and sexuality; consumer identities; marginalised or 'outsider' identities; models of communication; and intercultural communication. "Key Themes in Interpersonal Communication" is a must-read for all students on Communication studies, Cultural studies and Sociology courses.
$51.95
Show Detail »
Pearson custom Publishing SYMBIOSIS
$115.95
Show Detail »
Father-daughter relationships are very important because of the impact that fathers can have on their daughters. Past research has shown that daughters who are dissatisfied with their communication interactions with their fathers are more likely to be involved in bad peer relationships, have unpleasant romantic endeavors, and make poor life-threatening decisions compared to daughters who are satisfied with their communication interactions with their fathers. The objective of this study was to test a model of father-daughter communication in which attachment style and family communication pattern are possible determinants of relationship maintenance behaviors, interpersonal communication motives, and, ultimately, satisfaction. Two hundred and seven father-daughter dyads participated in the study. Daughters completed items concerning their attachment styles and family communication patterns. Both fathers and daughters completed items on interpersonal communication motives, relationship maintenance behaviors, communication satisfaction, and relationship satisfaction.
$93.37
Show Detail »
Top Search
Last Search
