Functions Flashcards
What are the functions of Communications?
CONTROL
SOCIAL INTERACTION
MOTIVATION
EMOTIONAL EXPRESSION
INFORMATION DISSEMINATION
also known as Regulation
CONTROL
This function of communication aims to guide or control an individual’s behavior.
CONTROL
People often tell you what to do. It may be in the form of advice or command. It could also be expressed implicitly.
CONTROL
- The doctor tells you, “Take your medicine 3 times a day.”
- Your parents order you to wash the dishes.
- Your teacher said, “Please tone down your voice.”
CONTROL
this function of communication allows individuals to interact and socialize with others.
SOCIAL INTERACTION
It produces social relationships and develops intimacy, connections, and bonds.
SOCIAL INTERACTION
- Someone says, “It’s nice to meet you/ How do you do?”
- A friend tells you, “Let’s have some coffee later after class.”
- When a person confesses his/her feelings for another, “ I feel safe and
calm when I’m with you”
SOCIAL INTERACTION
This function of communication encourages people to live
better and have a more positive outlook.
MOTIVATION
It is used to power up
preferences, goals, and strengths.
MOTIVATION
- The valedictorian exclaimed, “We have to be the change our society
needs.” - The teacher said that you are doing great and to keep it up.
- When your city mayor encouraged everyone to be the best citizen they
can be
MOTIVATION
this function of communication facilitates people’s expression of their feelings and emotions.
EMOTIONAL EXPRESSION
- When your mother tells your father, “I love you.”
- “I appreciate that you are my friend.”
- “I’ve been feeling down lately.”
EMOTIONAL EXPRESSION
this function of communication aims to acquire and/or convey information.
INFORMATION DISSEMINATION
Examples:
1. When your teacher discusses the lesson.
2. A stranger asked, “Do you know how to go to the city hall?”
3. When the president delivers the State of the Nation Address.
INFORMATION DISSEMINATION
