language thought and communication flashcards

Piaget's Theory

The belief that thought and understanding come first, and then language develops as an expression of that understanding.

The Sapir-Whorf Hypothesis

The theory suggesting that language influences thought and perception.

Schema

A mental structure or representation containing all information about one aspect of the world.

Non-Verbal Communication

The sending and receiving of messages without words, such as through body language and facial expressions.

Postural Echo

A non-verbal cue where individuals mimic each other's body positions, indicating rapport.

Eye Contact

A form of non-verbal communication that helps regulate conversation flow, signal attraction, and express emotions.

Cultural Differences in Personal Space

Variations in the preferred physical distance between individuals during communication, influenced by cultural norms.

Innate Behaviors

Behaviors that are natural, instinctual, and not learned; present from birth.

Darwin's Evolutionary Theory of Non-Verbal Communication

The idea that non-verbal behaviors evolved because they enhance survival and reproductive chances.

Learned Behaviors

Behaviors that are acquired through experience and observation of others in the environment.