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  • Psychology
  • Communication Studies
  • Linguistics

Background:

  • Interpersonal communication research often focuses on verbal exchanges.
  • Non-verbal cues, particularly gestures, are integral to human interaction.
  • Understanding the role of gestures in relationship dynamics is crucial for relationship satisfaction.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To explore the function of gestures in couples' negotiation of differences.
  • To analyze how gestures complement verbal communication in relationship conflict resolution.
  • To investigate the role of gestures in managing personal objectives and emotional difficulties within marital interactions.

Main Methods:

  • Videographic analysis of conversations between five married heterosexual couples.
  • Focus on dialogical sequences and the exploration of gestures.
  • Application of Microgenetic Semiotic Analysis (ASM) to interpret symbolic interactions.

Main Results:

  • Gestures act as semiotic devices, complementing verbal signs in meaning construction and negotiation.
  • Gestures display strategies for conflict management, including avoidance and confrontation.
  • Gestures serve as resources for tension regulation, self-regulation, and emotional processing.

Conclusions:

  • Gestures prepare verbal expression and facilitate tension relief in couples' communication.
  • Gestures function as pathways for achieving mutual understanding, closeness, and relationship connection.
  • The study highlights the significance of non-discursive symbolization in relationship negotiation and maintenance.