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Peer reviewedLa France, Marianne; Mayo, Clara – Western Journal of Speech Communication, 1979
Review of literature on gender-linked aspects of nonverbal behavior reveals that the differences in nonverbal behavior are in line with societal expectations calling for women to be reactive and for men to be proactive. Communication between the sexes is discussed in terms of smiling, personal space, touch, and talk. (JMF)
Descriptors: Behavior Patterns, Behavior Standards, Behavioral Science Research, Individual Characteristics
