These units are designed to help you better understand interpersonal communication. Each unit offers instructional notes and then gives you the opportunity to further investigate each concept by engaging in an interactive activity or a quick quiz.
Definition

Functions

Relational Development

Self-Disclosure

Relational Patterns

Interpersonal Conflict

What is interpersonal communication?

What are the functions of interpersonal communication?

How do relationships develop and evolve? How do they terminate?

What is self-disclosure?

What patterns characterize a relationship?

How does a dyad manage conflict?


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