Darwin’s theory of NVC

Question 1

Darwin’s observation:

Answer 1

19th century Naturalist, Darwin suggests that non verbal communication has evolved.

He observed animal behaviour which showcased a range of non-verbal behaviour like courtship rituals in birds and dominance display in primates.

Question 2

Darwin : Non verbal communication as adaptive

Answer 2

A behaviour is adaptive if it increases the chance of survival. Human babies show a range of body language designed to cause appropriate caregiving from adults