IPR Unit Flashcards
Verbal Communication
Communication using words, both spoken and written.
Nonverbal Communication
Communication without words.
T F Written words are not verbal communication.
False. Written (and spoken) words ARE verbal communication
Body Language
The use of gestures and other body movements to communication
Waving hello, a clenched fist, jumping up and down and waving your arms back and forth over your head. These are all examples of?
Example of Body Language
Posture
The way you hold your body when you sit, stand, or move about
Slumping in a chair, walking with your chin up and shoulders back, walking with your shoulders slouched
Example of Posture
Facial Expression
The way you arrange your facial muscles
Smiling, frowning, narrowing your eyes and furrowing your brows
Example of Facial Expression
Eye Contact
Direct or avoidance of another persons eyes
Staring at the floor as your mom asks if you broke her lamp
Example of Eye contact
Tone of Voice
The pitch and loudness of a person’s voice
Your voice cracking as you talk about your dog dying, shouting “STOP!” as your little brother runs towards the road
Example of Tone of Voice
Physical Distance
The amount physical space between people.
Standing really close to your best friend with your arm around them, moving away from someone who just farted
Example of Physical Distance
Appearance
The way you look to others
Wearing your football jersey to school on game day, wearing a t-shirt with your favorite band on it, wearing a wedding dress
Example of Appearance
Internal Conflict
A struggle inside your heart or your head
External Conflict
A disagreement between family members, friends or community members.
Pent-Up anger
