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Nonverbal Communication

Meaning

Nonverbal Communication encompasses all aspects of human interaction that transmit meaning without the use of spoken language, including body language, facial expressions, tone of voice, and physical proximity. In a clinical setting, interpreting these signals provides crucial, often subconscious, information about a patient’s emotional state, stress levels, and comfort, which can be profoundly influenced by hormonal balance. It serves as a vital diagnostic complement to verbal history.