Interpersonal Communication Research

This volume provides a systematic review of the literature on interpersonal communication, examining the normal practice of scholars and text to summarize existing research. A valuable resource for advanced coursework as well as for scholars in the area.

Contents: R.W. Preiss, M. Allen, Preface: On Numbers, Narratives, and Insights Regarding Interpersonal Communication. Part I:Interpersonal Communication Research and Meta-Analysis.M. Allen, R.W. Preiss, Meta-Analysis and Interpersonal Communication: Function and Applicability. C.R. Berger, Meta-Analysis in Context: A Proto-Theory of Interpersonal Communication. Part II:Individual Issues in Interpersonal Communication.B.M. Gayle, R.W. Preiss, An Overview of Individual Processes in Interpersonal Communication. E. Sahlstein, M. Allen, Sex Differences in Self-Esteem: A Meta-Analytic Assessment. L.M. Timmerman, Comparing the Production of Power in Language on the Basis of Gender. B.H. Spitzberg, J.P. Dillard, Social Skills and Communication. Part III:Dyadic Issues in Interpersonal Communication.B.M. Gayle, R.W. Preiss, An Overview of Dyadic Processes in Interpersonal Communication. M. Allen, N. Burrell, Sexual Orientation of the Parent: The Impact on the Child. K.A. Yun, Similarity and Attraction. K. Dindia, Self-Disclosure Research: Knowledge Through Meta-Analysis. D. Hample, J.M. Dallinger, The Effects of Situation on the Use or Suppression of Possible Compliance-Gaining Appeals. Part IV:Interactional Issues in Interpersonal Communication.B.M. Gayle, R.W. Preiss, An Overview of Interactional Processes in Interpersonal Communication. M. Allen, A Synthesis and Extension of Constructivist Comforting Research. N.A. Burrell, Divorce: How Spouses Seek Social Support. M. Allen, T.M. Emmers-Sommer, T.L. Crowell, Couples Negotiating Safer Sex Behaviors: A Meta-Analysis of the Impact of Conversation and Gender. M.A. Hamilton, P.J. Mineo, Argumentativeness and Its Effect on Verbal Aggressiveness: A Meta-Analytic Review. T.M. Emmers-Sommer, Sexual Coercion and Resistance. B.M. Gayle, R.W. Preiss, M. Allen, A Meta-Analytic Interpretation of Intimate and Nonintimate Interpersonal Conflict. Part V:Meta-Analysis and Interpersonal Communication Theory Generation.M. Allen, R.W. Preiss, An Analysis of Textbooks in Interpersonal Communication: How Accurate Are the Representations? D.J. Canary, M.J. Mattrey, How Does Meta-Analysis Represent Our Knowledge of Interpersonal Communication. M.A. Fitzpatrick, Better Living Through Science: Reflections on the Future of Interpersonal Communication. M.E. Roloff, The State of the Art of Interpersonal Communication Research: Are We Addressing Socially Significant Issues?