The basics of interpersonal communication /

McLean, Scott, 1969-

The basics of interpersonal communication / Scott McLean. - xvii, 252 pages : illustrations ; 23 cm.

Includes bibliographical references and index.

Foundations of communication -- Perception and listening -- Verbal communication -- Nonverbal communication -- Interpersonal communication -- Interpersonal relationships -- Intercultural communication -- Lifecycles of relationships -- Interpersonal communication and conflict -- Professional and crisis communication.

Focusing on skills students can use to effect positive change in their lives, this textbook for a first communication course describes different listening styles and the principles of verbal and nonverbal communication, identifies the characteristics of healthy personal relationships and intercultural communication, and demonstrates the five stages of conversation and the three stages of interpersonal conflict. Annotation : 2004 Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com).

9780205401987

2004044662


Interpersonal communication--Textbooks.

BF637.C45 / M26 2005

153.6 SC.T 2005 G.C