Communication And Communication Disorders Flashcards
What is communication
Is any act involving the exchange of information related to a persons needs , wants, perceptions, knowledge or feelings. Involves 2 or more people
What is encoding
Message formulation
What is declaring
Message interpretation
What are channels
Medium through which the message is sent ( verbal, writing, gestures etc)
What tools do we use to communicate
Speech
Language
Hearing
What are types of communication
Verbal communication
Non verbal communication
What is verbal communication
The message is transmitted via words and language
Oral communication: spoken word
Written communication: written text
What are the different types of non verbal communications
Paralanguage
Sign language
Body language
Tactile communication
Proxemic
Physical appearance
What is non verbal communication
The. Essage is transmitted without the use of words
What is paralangauge
The tone of voice, loudness. Inflection
What is sign language
Words are replace by gestures
What is body language
Facial expressions and postures
What is tactile communication
Communication that occurs via touch
What is proxemics
The use of space as part of communicative interactions
What is physical appearance
Can influence judgements and interpretations by others