Nonverbal Communication in Close Relationships provides a synthesis of research on
nonverbal communication as it applies to interpersonal interaction, focusing on the
close relationships of friends, family, and romantic partners.
Authors Laura K. Guerrero and Kory Floyd support the premise that nonverbal
communication is a product of biology, social learning, and relational context.
They overview six prominent nonverbal theories and show how each is related to bio-
evolutionary or sociocultural perspectives. Their work focuses on various functions
of nonverbal communication, emphasizing those that are most relevant to the initiation,
maintenance, and dissolution of close relationships. Throughout the book, Guerrero and
Floyd highlight areas where research is either contradictory or inconclusive, hoping
that in the years to come scholars will have a clearer understanding of these issues.
The volume concludes with a discussion of practical implications that emerge from the
scholarly literature on nonverbal communication in relationships -- an essential
component for understanding relationships in the real world. Nonverbal Communication
in Close Relationships makes an important contribution to the development of our
understanding not only of relationship processes but also of the specific workings
of nonverbal communication. It will serve as a springboard for asking new questions
and advancing new theories about nonverbal communication. It is intended for scholars
and advanced students in personal relationship study, social psychology, interpersonal
communication, nonverbal communication, family studies, and family communication.
It will also be a helpful resource for researchers, clinicians, and couples searching
for a better understanding of the complicated roles that nonverbal cues play in
relationships.

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