Nonverbal communication

Often defined as communication without words, nonverbal communication (NVC) refers to all aspects of a message which are not conveyed by the literal meaning of words. This differs from unconscious communication, which may be verbal or non-verbal. Both written and spoken communication can be nonverbal. The main types of NVC are chronemics, kinesics, paralinguistics, proxemics and semiotics. Culture, gender and social status influence nonverbal communication. NVC also includes object communication, haptics or touch, oculesics, and olfactics.

Related Topics:
Communication - Unconscious communication - Kinesics - Paralinguistics - Proxemics - Semiotics - Haptics - Oculesics - Olfactics

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Chronemics refers to how people use and interperet time. Kinesics is the analysis of body language and includes facial expressions, gestures, posture and eye contact. Paralinguistics is the sound element of nonverbal communication.

Related Topics:
Kinesics - Body language - Facial expressions - Gesture - Posture - Eye contact - Paralinguistics

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