Flashcards on Fundamentals of Human Communication
Fundamentals of Human Communication: A Student's Guide
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Communication in Psychology
20 cards
Card 1
Question: What is communication in psychology?
Answer: The process of exchanging information, ideas, thoughts, or feelings between individuals or groups through verbal and non-verbal means.
Card 2
Question: Why is communication important in personal relationships?
Answer: It helps individuals understand each other and build connections.
Card 3
Question: Why is communication important in professional settings?
Answer: It is essential for teamwork, collaboration, and problem-solving.
Card 4
Question: Name four main ways of communication.
Answer: Verbal (spoken and written), non-verbal (body language, gestures), visual (images, charts, videos, sign language), and digital (social media, video ca
Card 5
Question: What forms does verbal communication take?
Answer: Spoken and written communication.
Card 6
Question: List key elements of non-verbal communication.
Answer: Body language (gestures, posture, facial expressions, eye contact), proxemics (personal space), paralinguistics (tone, pitch, speed, loudness), and to
Card 7
Question: What does 'proxemics' refer to?
Answer: The physical space between individuals during communication (personal space).
Card 8
Question: What are paralinguistic cues?
Answer: Aspects of speech like tone of voice, pitch, speed, and loudness that convey meaning beyond words.
Card 9
Question: Give examples of visual communication.
Answer: Images, charts, graphs, videos, and sign language.
Card 10
Question: What is included under digital communication?
Answer: Social media, video calls, and text messaging.