kinesics /ki·ne·sics/ (ki-ne´siks) the study of body movement as a part of the process of communication.
kinesics
kinesics [kĭ-ne´siks]
ki·ne·sics (k -n  z ks, k -)n. The study of nonverbal bodily movements, such as gestures and facial expressions, as communication. |
kinesics
[kīnē′siks]
Etymology: Gk, kinesis, motion
the study of body position, posture, movement, and facial expression in relation to communication. The observance of nonverbal interactional behavior is an integral part of health assessment and is used especially in mental health assessment as an objective and measurable tool for diagnosing disturbances of communication and behavioral disorders. See also body language, communication.
kinesics [kĭ-ne´siks]
the scientific study of the role of body movements, such as facial expressions, gestures, and eye movements, in interpersonal communication.
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