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COMS 246: Interpersonal Communication

This Interpersonal Communication text has a primary focus of what is called dyadic communication, or what we would call relational communication. Topics covered include an introduction to interpersonal communication, self-concept, emotions, listening, communication skills, and conflict. Then, we will examine specific interpersonal relationships so that you can learn how to improve these relationships.

Social Sciences

Author: Victoria Leonard & Tammera Stokes Rice
Publisher: College of the Canyons
Source: LibreTexts
License: CC BY
Language: EN
Category: Basic Sciences

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Contents· 40 sections

1: Introduction to Communication
1.1: Types of Communication
1.2: The Communication Process
1.3: Principles of Interpersonal Communication
2: Communication and the Self
2.1: Self-Concept Self-Esteem and Self-Efficacy
2.2: Self-Discrepancy Theory
2.3: Self-Presentation
2.4: Improving How You See Yourself
2.5: Self-Disclosure and Interpersonal Communication
3: Emotions and Interpersonal Communication
3.1: Understanding Emotions
3.2: Expressing Emotions
3.3: Understanding Feelings
4: Interpersonal Communication and Listening
4.1: Understanding How and Why We Listen
4.2: Types of Listening
4.3: Barriers to Effective Listening
4.4: Bad Listening Practices
4.5: Improving Listening Competence
5: Conflict and Interpersonal Communication
5.1: Understanding Conflict
5.2: Conflict Management Styles
5.3: Culture and Conflict
5.4: Dealing with Conflict
5.5: Negotiation Steps and Skills
6: Communication in Relationships
6.1: Foundations of Relationships
6.2: Communication and Friends
6.3: Communication and Families
6.4: Romantic Relationships
6.5: Relationships at Work
6.6: Culture and Romantic Relationships
6.7: The Dark Side of Relationships
7: Appendix
7.1: New Media and the Self
7.2: New Media and Interpersonal Relationships
7.3: “Getting Competent” - Using Social Media Competently
7.4: Key Takeaways
7.5: Exercises