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One Cultural Myth About Communication Is That It Can Solve

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One cultural myth about communication is that it can solve any relational problem. Offer reasoned speculation as to why people believe that idea. Do our shared social experiences lead us to think communication is a cure-all? How is that idea reinforced in our society? What role do the mass media play in perpetuating that idea? Finally, offer a brief but reasoned argument refuting this myth.


Definitions:

Personal Space

Personal space refers to the physical area surrounding an individual that is considered personal and inviolable, the comfort zone for social interactions.

Leans Forward

Adopting a bodily posture where the upper body moves in front of the base of support, often indicating attention or eagerness.

Turns Head

Refers to the motion of rotating one's head around the vertical axis, usually to change the direction of gaze.

Steps Closer

Actions or events that bring one nearer to a goal or outcome.

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