Management Convergence, Vol 1, No 2 (2011)

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Gender and Dyadic Perceptions of Communication Style: Does Reciprocation Mean More?

S. V. Satyanarayana, Vinay Kumar Chaganti

Abstract


Literature concerning gender and communication style is sparse and mixed in its results. On another side, communication style and interpersonal attraction have a relationship that is theoretically well-established. With an assumption that interpersonal attraction could be seen as a function of reciprocation in dyads, this study tried to find if there are any significant differences in the communication style differences between one's selfreport and his report of the other individual in the dyad; in dyads with and without reciprocation. Also, gender differences in self-reported communication styles, and perceived communication styles of most liked friends is presented. Results indicate that gender may not be as critical as may be assumed.

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ISSN: 0976-5492