A Further Look at Equilibrium Theory: Visual Interaction as a Function of Interpersonal Distance.

Aiello, John R.

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Publication Date: 1977

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A Further Look at Equilibrium Theory: Visual Interaction as a Function of Interpersonal Distance

Aiello, John R.

Environmental Psychology and Nonverbal Behavior, 1, 2, 122-139, Spr 77

Presents a study on the relationship between visual interaction and interpersonal distance as related to an equilibrium theory of social interaction. Differential boundaries were found to exist for the effect of distance on five highly related male and female visual behaviors, exemplifying different overall equilibrium levels for the sexes. (Author)

Descriptors: Behavioral Science Research, Body Language, Distance, Eye Movements, Human Relations, Interpersonal Relationship, Nonverbal Communication, Psychological Testing, Research Projects, Sensory Experience, Sex Differences

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