Body language
Body language is a kind of non verbal communication, where thoughts, intentions, or feelings are expressed by physical behaviors, such as facial expressions, body posture, gestures, eye movement, touch and the use of space. Body language exists in both animals and humans, but this article focuses on interpretations of human body language. It is also known as kinesics.
Body language must not be confused with sign language, as sign languages are full languages like spoken languages and have their own complex grammar systems, as well as being able to exhibit the fundamental properties that exist in all languages. Body language, on the other hand, does not have a grammar and must be interpreted broadly, instead of having an absolute meaning corresponding with a certain movement, so it is not a language like sign language, and is simply termed as a "language" due to popular culture.
In a community, there are agreed-upon interpretations of particular behavior. Interpretations may vary from country to country, or culture to culture. On this note, there is controversy on whether body language is universal. Body language, a subset of nonverbal communication, complements verbal communication in social interaction. In fact some researchers conclude that nonverbal communication accounts for the majority of information transmitted during interpersonal interactions. It helps to establish the relationship between two people and regulates interaction, but can be ambiguous. Hence, it is crucial to accurately read body language to avoid misunderstanding in social interactions.
Body language (disambiguation)
Body language is a form of communication.
Body language may also refer to:
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Body Language (Jonathan Cain album)
Body Language is the fourth solo album by the keyboard player and composer of Journey, Jonathan Cain. The album was recorded at Cain's home studio Wild Horse Studio, and released in 1997.
The CD is among the small number of recordings issued with High Definition Compatible Digital (HDCD) encoding.
Its catalogue number is Higher Octave Music 7104.
Track listing
All tracks written by Cain except as noted.
Personnel
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