Paralinguistics Is the Study Of

question 11

Multiple Choice

Paralinguistics is the study of:

• A) the verbal and non-verbal associated behaviour surrounding language.
• B) the speech patterns of paraplegic accident victims.
• C) body language.
• D) ways of speaking more efficiently.
• E) the true meaning of a person's verbal message.

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Definitions:

Reflexive Responses

Automatic reactions to certain stimuli that do not involve conscious thought.

Limbic System

Group of structures deep in the brain that function in emotion.

Emotions

Complex psychological states that involve physiological arousal, feelings, cognitive processes, and behavioral reactions.

Synaptic Cleft

The tiny gap at a synapse where neurotransmitters are released from one neuron to signal the next neuron.