Nonverbal Communication Flashcards
1
Q
Why is nonverbal communication important?
A
- Sometimes verbal communication is difficult
- It clarifies a verbal message
- Nonverbal communication is more believable
- Nonverbal communication is richer
2
Q
Is nonverbal communication innate or is it learned?
A
Innate
- People is different cultures use the same facial expressions.
- An isolated tribe in New Guinea used the same facial expressions as westerners
- Kids without sight, hearing, or arms, use the same facial expressions.
3
Q
The effect of culture on nonverbal communication
A
- What should stimulate an emotion
2. When may an emotion be displayed