Experiencing Interactive Interpersonal Communication

Experiencing Interactive Interpersonal Communication is designed with each chapter beginning with related participative activities followed by application to principles and concepts of interpersonal communication. To develop as well as to maintain relationships involves mutually satisfying communication that helps to manage and sustain relationships. The text design accommodates diverse learning goals, styles and philosophies. Chapter concepts include perspectives of defining interpersonal communication, communication and self-concept, perception and communication, verbal communication, nonverbal communication, mindful listening, interviewing, intercultural communication, emotions and communication, communication climate, problem solving, and conflict management with applica-tions to friendship, romantic, family and workplace communication.