Which term is defined as the study of touch in nonverbal communication?

Which term is defined as the study of touch in nonverbal communication?

• A. Stereotyping
• B. Haptics
• C. Proxemics
• D. Self-Concept

Answer: (B)

Touch communicates meaning in interpersonal interaction, and haptics is the study of touch in nonverbal communication. It examines how different touches—their type, duration, pressure, location, and context—signal messages about relationships, intent, and feelings, such as support, authority, or affection. Stereotyping involves beliefs about groups, proxemics focuses on personal space and distance, and self-concept relates to how a person perceives themselves; none of these center on touch.

Touch communicates meaning in interpersonal interaction, and haptics is the study of touch in nonverbal communication. It examines how different touches—their type, duration, pressure, location, and context—signal messages about relationships, intent, and feelings, such as support, authority, or affection. Stereotyping involves beliefs about groups, proxemics focuses on personal space and distance, and self-concept relates to how a person perceives themselves; none of these center on touch.