Section Topic Sub-Topic

Impression Management Nonverbal Communication and Facial Expression

Body Language

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1. Facial expressions are a vital part of communication. Facial Definition

expressions are the observable results of moving one or
more facial muscles, or parts thereof. The key to this
definition is that a facial expression is relates to what you
can observe.

2. Having a pleasant facial expression is a small change that 3 Ways to have a pleasant facial
can have a very positive effect on your life. It can be the expression
difference between making friends, getting a job, starting a
relationship, or getting help throughout the day. There are
few ways to have a pleasant facial expression :
1. Being aware of your face
2. Making changes
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3. According to most social psychologists, two thirds of all Advantages and Disadvantages
communication is nonverbal – that’s body language, eye
contact and facial expressions. From this, it’s safe to assume
that facial expressions are pretty important.
Advantages:
1. Can indicate sarcasm
2. Good for communicating silently
Disadvantages:
1. Can show nervousness and vulnerability
2. Showing surprise or disgust when it’s not polite to
do so.
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4. The expressions we see in the faces of others engage a Roles of Facial Expressions in
number of different cognitive processes. Role of facial Social Interaction
expressions in social interaction is as follows:
1. Multiple systems of emotion recognition
2. Explicit recognition of expressions
To know more roles refer the link and also pay attention to
all those roles.

5. There are 15 commonly seen facial expressions and their List of Facial Expressions
meaning :
1. Confusion
2. Surprise
3. Shame
Each facial expression depicts something. To know more
facial expressions and their meanings go through the link.
Pay attention to all facial expressions.