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Barriers to
Communication

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Barriers to Communication
Elements that hinders the free flow of Communication are known as barriers to
communication

Types of Barriers
• Physical Barriers
• Language and Semantic Barriers
• Socio-Psychological Barriers
• Organizational Barriers

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Physical barrier is the environmental and natural condition that act as a barrier in
communication in sending message from sender to receiver

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Language and Semantic Barriers refers to the misunderstanding between the sender
and receiver arising due to the different meanings of words, and other symbols used in
the communication.

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Socio-Psychological Barriers

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Organizational Barriers

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Remedial Measures to Overcome the Barriers of Communication


• Clarify ideas before communication
• Be aware of language, tone and content of message
• Be a good listener
• Communicate according to the need of the receiver
• Ensure proper feedback
• Follow proper channel of communication
• Be aware of cultural and social differences
• Try to fight distractions
• Don’t hold preconceptions and prejudices 7
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