A comparison of verbal output and receptivity in relation to attraction and communication satisfaction in interpersonal relationships |
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| Authors: | Lawrence R Wheeless Ann Bainbridge Frymier Catherine A Thompson |
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| Institution: | 1. Chair and Professor of Communication Studies , Marshall University , Huntington, WV, 25755;2. Doctoral student in the Department of Communication Studies , West Virginia University , Morgantown, WV, 26506 |
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| Abstract: | This study tested relationships among verbal output, behavioral receptivity, attraction, and communication satisfaction in a variety of longer and shorter term relationships of differing levels of liking. Two behaviorally referenced reports on others were developed to measure perceived behavioral output and perceived behavioral receptivity. The study tested hypotheses within the attraction paradigm. Results generally supported the notion of an important reinforcement value of high behavioral receptivity and moderate verbal output. Substantial proportions of highly verbal people appeared to be below average in receptivity. |
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| Keywords: | Receptivity responsiveness verbal output verbosity attraction communication style satisfaction |
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