Interpersonal Communication: Everyday Encounters (8th Edition)
- Author: Julia Wood
- Edition: 8th
- Publisher: Cengage Learning
- ISBN-10: 128544583X
- ISBN-13: 978-1285445830
- Publication Date: January 1, 2015
Helping you find your voice, Interpersonal Communication: Everyday Encounters builds the essential skills needed to become a more effective communicator in all areas of life. Award-winning author Julia T. Wood incorporates the latest communication research to present a pragmatic introduction to the concepts, principles, and skills of interpersonal interaction.
Reflecting Wood’s expertise in gender and social diversity, the book offers an unparalleled emphasis on how diverse backgrounds influence communication. It provides comprehensive coverage of the impact of social media and thorough discussions of the ethical challenges and choices that affect interpersonal relationships.
The text covers a wide range of timely and relevant topics, including emotional intelligence and forgiveness, interracial relationships, and the power of language. It also addresses sensitive issues such as conflict styles related to race and ways to navigate difficult interpersonal dynamics. This resource is designed to help readers understand the complexities of human connection and improve their daily social encounters.