The Dark Side of Interpersonal Communication (Hardcover, 2nd edition)

"The Dark Side of Interpersonal Communication" examines the multifunctional ways in which seemingly productive communication can be destructive-- and vice versa-- and explores the many ways in which dysfunctional interpersonal communication operates across a variety of personal relationship contexts. This second edition of Brian Spitzberg and William Cupach' s classic volume evaluates the developments of topic areas presented in the earlier edition, all in the context of surveying the scholarly landscape for new and important avenues of investigation.

Offering much new content, this volume features internationally renowned scholars addressing such compelling topics as uncertainty and secrecy in relationships; the role of negotiating self in cyberspace; criticism and complaints; teasing and bullying; infidelity and relational transgressions; revenge; and adolescent physical aggression toward parents. The chapters are organized thematically and offer a range of perspectives from both junior scholars and seasoned academics. By posing questions at the micro and macro levels, "The Dark Side of Interpersonal Communication" draws closer to a perspective in which the darker sides and brighter sides of human experience are better integrated in theory and research.

Appropriate for scholars, practitioners, and students in communication, social psychology, sociology, counseling, conflict, personal relationships, and related areas, this book is also useful as a text in graduate courses on interpersonal communication, ethics, and other special topics.

General

Imprint:	Routledge Member of the Taylor and Francis Group
Country of origin:	United States
Release date:	February 2007
First published:	2007
Editors:	Brian H Spitzberg • William R. Cupach
Dimensions:	229 x 152 x 28mm (L x W x T)
Format:	Hardcover
Pages:	426
Edition:	2nd edition
ISBN-13:	978-0-8058-5779-5
Categories:	Books > Social sciences > Psychology > General
LSN:	0-8058-5779-6
Barcode:	9780805857795

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