Kory Floyd's approach to interpersonal communication stems from his research on the positive impact of communication on our health and well-being. Interpersonal Communication, 2e demonstrates how effective interpersonal communication can make students' lives better. With careful consideration given to the impact of computer-mediated communication, the program reflects the rapid changes of the modern world in which today’s students live and interact. The program also helps students understand and build interpersonal skills and choices for their academic, personal, and professional lives.

Product Details

Paperback: 480 pages
Publisher: McGraw-Hill Education; 2 edition (October 10, 2011)
Language: English
ISBN-10: 1308143788
ISBN-13: 978-1308143781
ASIN: 0073406759


Kory Floyd is professor and associate director of the school of human communication at Arizona State University, where he is also on the doctoral faculties of nursing, social psychology, clinical psychology, and family studies. He received his PhD in communication from the University of Arizona, his MA in speech communication from the University of Washington, and his BA in English literature from Western Washington University. His research focuses on the communication of affection in personal relationships and on the interplay between interpersonal behavior, physiology, and health. He has authored or edited eight books and nearly 75 journal articles and book chapters in the areas of interpersonal communication, family communication, nonverbal communication, health, and physiology. Learn more at koryfloyd.com