Interpersonal Communication Strategies Research Articles

Interpersonal communication approach in addressing TB stigma in Bandung City

Background: Tuberculosis (TB) patients face medical challenges and stigmatization from their surroundings. The Terjang Foundation is actively working to combat societal stigma towards TB patients. Purpose: This research analyzes the Terjang Foundation’s interpersonal communication approach to combating stigma towards TB patients. By understanding and assessing the communication methods employed by the foundation, the study aims to contribute to developing effective strategies for reducing the negative stigma associated with TB. Methods: This research utilizes a qualitative research method with a case study approach. In-depth interviews, field observations, and literature reviews are conducted to gather relevant data and insights. Results: The results of this study indicate that the Terjang Foundation employs five positive attitudes in their interpersonal communication approach to combat stigma towards TB patients: openness, empathy, positivity, equality, and supportiveness. These attitudes contribute to fostering an environment that challenges the negative stigma associated with TB. Continuous and frequent communication is crucial in combating stigma, promoting understanding and empathy, and disseminating accurate information. Empathy and equality emerge as prominent positive attitudes consistently demonstrated in communication. Conclusion: The study concludes that maintaining an ongoing and frequent communication process is essential for combating stigma in interpersonal communication efforts. Implications: The research findings have both practical and theoretical implications. Practically, the study emphasizes the importance of adopting positive attitudes, such as empathy and equality, in interpersonal communication strategies to reduce stigma towards TB patients. These insights can guide organizations, healthcare providers, and policymakers in developing effective communication campaigns and interventions to combat stigma related to TB and other diseases.

Interpersonal Communication Strategies to Increase Iron-Folic Acid Supplement Consumption: Reduction in Anemia Through Normative Innovations (RANI) Project

More than half of women of reproductive age in India are anemic. This study investigates the role of interpersonal communication in increasing the consumption of iron-folic acid supplements. Interventions that increase interpersonal communication may influence and empower individuals and the larger community in promoting behavior change. This investigation uses data from a cluster randomized intervention to understand the pathways by which interpersonal communication mediates the consumption of iron-folic acid supplements. Longitudinal data from control and intervention arms in rural Odisha, India, were collected at baseline (N = 3,691) and 20 months later at end-line (N = 3,394). Structural equation models highlighted the positive role of interpersonal communication in mediating iron-folic acid supplement use. This study illustrates that even during social distancing due to COVID-19, strategic interpersonal communication can improve iron-folic acid supplement use. Our results elucidate two key interpersonal communication pathways at play, namely the ritualistic and instrumental pathways in improving health behavior change in the community.

INTERPERSONAL COMMUNICATION STRATEGY FOR PRISON OFFICERS IN DEVELOPING PRISONERS IN CLASS IIA COMMUNITY INSTITUTIONS SERANG

Prisoners are also social creatures who will need others to interact continuously. The interaction will involve communication, and the importance of communication in the application of interpersonal communication strategies to carry out coaching aimed at improving the behavior of prisoners in Serang Class IIA Prison. The problems examined in this study include observing the interpersonal communication strategies of prison officers in fostering prisoners and the obstacles that exist during its implementation. This research was conducted to find out the application of interpersonal communication strategies of Correctional Institution officers in fostering prisoners and to find out the obstacles to the application of interpersonal communication strategies at Class IIA Serang Correctional Institution. The method used is a qualitative method, which examines in depth with data collection techniques such as observation and interviews. This research uses the theory of interpersonal communication strategy which is a process of relationship with others. The results of his research apply strategies from the dimensions of positive attitudes, supportive attitudes, empathy, openness, and equality and their implementation is almost running well because the coaching carried out has followed existing procedures, although there are still things that happen in prisons such as inmate indiscipline, it can be resolved wisely with communication. In carrying out the coaching program, of course, Serang Class IIA Prison has inhibiting factors, namely barriers in the delivery process, psychosocial barriers, lack of transparency, and different language styles.

Utilization of Interpersonal Communication in the Context of Digital Marketing: A Review of the Literature and Implications for Business Practices

The integration of interpersonal communication within digital marketing strategies has become increasingly crucial for businesses aiming to foster stronger customer relationships and enhance brand loyalty. This study employs a qualitative approach, utilizing literature review and library research methods to examine the utilization of interpersonal communication in digital marketing contexts. By synthesizing findings from a diverse range of academic articles, industry reports, and case studies published over the past decade, this research identifies key trends and effective practices in leveraging interpersonal communication for digital marketing. The analysis highlights the importance of personalized interactions, trust-building, and responsive communication in online environments. Furthermore, it reveals that businesses that effectively integrate interpersonal communication strategies in their digital marketing efforts can achieve higher customer engagement and satisfaction. However, the study also discusses challenges such as maintaining authenticity and managing communication at scale. The findings provide valuable insights for practitioners aiming to optimize their digital marketing strategies and suggest areas for future research, particularly in the development of innovative communication tools and techniques. This comprehensive review contributes to the existing body of knowledge by elucidating the role of interpersonal communication in the digital marketing landscape and its implications for business practices.

Reframing the experience of childbirth: Black doula communication strategies and client responses during delivery hospitalization

Doulas, or birth coaches, are said to be “changing the world, one birth at a time.” Black doulas have been suggested to mitigate against lack of representation in obstetric care, limited identity acknowledgement and accommodation, and obstetric racism. However, scientific inquiry into the specific communication strategies and messages used by Black doulas to advocate for clients was non-existent in extant literature. Guided by the Agency-Identity Model, we analyzed 20 diary-interviews of nine Black doulas who recently served Black clients. Specifically, we explored Black doulas' communication strategies and whether these strategies had an impact on client agency. We found that Black doulas prepare their clients for patient-provider interactions, including conversations about certain medical treatments and procedures and the risks for Black women and birthing people, the importance of informed consent, how to be heard, and how to resist neglect or abuse. We found that, in turn, most Black clients were able to enact agentic responses. We describe the specific doula messages, and contextualize our findings, considering how these collective interpersonal communication strategies of Black doulas, and their clients’ agentic transformations, may index a sociopolitical movement to reframe the experience of childbirth in America.

Strategi Komunikasi Interpersonal Guru Bimbingan Konseling (Bk) Dalam Menangani Kenakalan Siswa Smk Negeri 8 Padang

Delinquency in students occurs because the condition of students is still unstable or in the process of searching for their identity. Apart from that, student delinquency can also be influenced by their environment, whether from family, friendship or community environment. With communication between teachers and students who have problems, they will experience their own satisfaction and experience catharsis (the release of the underlying problem with relief and understanding of the problem). But in helping to solve student problems, guidance and counseling teachers need various ways to find out the real problem, and to be able to provide students with an understanding that the student is having problems. Therefore, interpersonal communication strategies are really needed so that students who have problems can express something hidden beneath their self-awareness, beneath their abilities and beneath their feelings. Interpersonal communication strategies themselves have a big influence in changing bad student attitudes. Because face to face or individually, the teacher will know better the reasons why the student committed the act, making it easier for the teacher to find a solution or eliminate the student's bad behavior. Communication is an important aspect of human life, communication is divided into several types of communication, including: interpersonal communication and group communication. The research method used in this research is qualitative with a descriptive approach and uses Social Penetration theory. The results of this research explain the interpersonal communication strategies of guidance and counseling teachers in handling delinquency students at SMK Negeri 8 Padang with full empathy, understanding, openness and good relationships with students.

Analysis of the Influence of Agents' Credibility Through Digital Media and Digital Promotions on Purchase Decisions Toward Insurance Products

This research aims to see the influence of interpersonal communication by insurance agents on customers' decisions to purchase products and whether the agent's credibility impacts customers' purchasing decisions regarding insurance service products. This type of research is quantitative. Data collection using questionnaires. The method used in taking this sample was simple random sampling. The sample in this study was 100. The data analysis technique used was multiple regression analysis. The analysis found that interpersonal communication and the credibility of insurance agents significantly influence customers' purchasing decisions when purchasing insurance service products. The study's results also show that the hypothesis proposed in this research has been proven: interpersonal communication and insurance agent credibility significantly influence customer purchasing decisions. Thus, insurance companies need to pay attention to and improve interpersonal communication strategies and strengthen the credibility of insurance agents to enhance customer purchasing decisions and their sales performance.

The Role of Interpersonal Communication in Enhancing Teamwork Effectiveness in the Digital Era

This study explores the role of interpersonal communication in enhancing team work effectiveness in the digital era, focusing on how effective communication practices can strengthen mutual understanding, coordination, and collaboration within teams. Utilizing a qualitative method and literature review, this research collected and analyzed data from various contemporary sources to comprehend the dynamics of interpersonal communication within the context of technology-supported team work. The findings indicate that interpersonal communication characterized by openness, empathy, and support not only strengthens relationships among team members and builds trust but also reduces misunderstandings and conflicts. Furthermore, the study highlights the importance of training in interpersonal communication skills to bolster team cooperation and expedite the collaboration process by leveraging appropriate digital communication tools. These findings underscore the significance of effective interpersonal communication strategies and the integration of digital communication technology to create a productive and harmonious work environment, as well as to improve job satisfaction, motivation, and employee retention in the digital era.

INTERPERSONAL COMMUNICATION ON LONG DISTANCE RELATIONSHIPS ANALYSIS OF ISLAMIC EDUCATION PSYCHOLOGY IN STUDENTS WHO CARRY OUT REAL WORK LECTURE (KKN) ACTIVITIES

Student life is often colored by the dynamics of interpersonal relationships, especially for those in long distance relationships (LDR). This study aims to analyze the way interpersonal communication affects the quality of LDR relationships, focusing on the psychological dimensions of Islamic education. The research methods are qualitative, paradigms and interpretive approaches to phenomenology. Data collection techniques, namely in-depth interviews. The results of this study show that interpersonal communication plays a key role in forming and maintaining LDR relationships of students who are undergoing KKN. Psychological factors such as self-confidence, empathy, and commitment to the values of Islamic Education also influence the dynamics of long-distance relationships. The implications of this research can be used as a basis for the development of educational and counseling programs that support students in managing their LDR relationships more effectively. Some interpersonal communication strategies are effective in strengthening LDR relationships, such as the use of information technology, wise time management, and the inculcation of spiritual values in daily communication. The practical implications of these findings can be the basis for the development of practical guidance for students undergoing LDR, especially in the context of community service activities in the Islamic Education environment.

Interpersonal Communication Strategies between Parents and Children Under the Age of 12 Years in Preventing Online Game Addiction in Manado City

Abstract 
 In today's era of technology and information, people cannot be separated from the use of the internet, including children. Since the Covid-19 pandemic until now, many children carry out their activities at home, and the use of the internet in children has increased in intensity, which is used as a source of learning and entertainment information. Nowadays many children under the age of 12 years who spend hours playing and addicted to online games. Many negative impacts arise due to online game addiction in children. Therefore, a parent's interpersonal communication strategy is needed to prevent online game addiction in children. The results showed that interpersonal communication strategies between parents and children in preventing online game addiction in Manado City, especially in Malalayang District and Tikala District, namely: Carrot Swinging Strategy: controlling children by providing rewards or rewards in the form of clothes, shoes, maimaikan, food, etc. Dependent Sword Strategy: in the form of punishment to unravel or restrict children from playing online games. Catalysing Strategy: Parents in communicating include rational arguments according to rationality so that children are willing to change attitudes or behaviors as they wish. Siamese Twin Strategy: Parents involve themselves in activities that they encourage children to do together. and Fantasy World Strategy: The parent directs the child's behavior, first creating a certain fantasy in the child's mind and then directing it to the behavior as the parent wants.

Implementation strategies, facilitators, and barriers to scaling up and sustaining demand generation in family planning, a mixed-methods systematic review

BackgroundDemand generation aims to increase clients’ desire to use family planning. The aim of this work was to systematically summarize strategies, facilitators, and barriers to scaling up and sustaining demand generation in family planning.MethodsWe searched electronic bibliographic databases from inception to October 2022. We included quantitative, qualitative, and mixed methods reports on demand generation strategies in family planning, regardless of country, language, publication status, or methodological limitations. We assessed abstracts, titles and full-text papers according to the inclusion criteria, extracted data, and assessed methodological quality of included reports. We used the convergent integrated approach and a deductive thematic synthesis to summarize demand generation themes and subthemes. We used the health system building blocks to synthesize the factors affecting implementation (barriers and facilitators). We used GRADE-CERQual to assess our confidence in the findings.ResultsForty-six studies (published 1990–2022) were included: forty-one quantitative, one qualitative, and four mixed methods). Three were from one high-income country, and forty three from LMIC settings. Half of reports were judged to be of unclear risk of bias. There were unique yet interrelated strategies of scaling-up demand generation for family planning. Interpersonal communication strategies increase adoption and coverage of modern contraceptive methods, but the effect on sustainability is uncertain. Mass media exposure increases knowledge and positive attitudes and may increase the intention to use modern contraceptive methods. Demand-side financing approaches probably increase awareness of contraceptives and the use of modern contraceptive methods among poor clients. Multifaceted Demand generation approaches probably improve adoption, coverage and sustainability of modern methods use. Factors that influence the success of implementing these strategies include users knowledge about family planning methods, the availability of modern methods, and the accessibility to services.ConclusionsDemand generation strategies may function independently or supplement each other. The myriad of techniques of the different demand generation strategies, the complexities of family planning services, and human interactions defy simplistic conclusions on how a specific strategy or a bundle of strategies may succeed in increasing and sustaining family planning utilization.Trial RegistrationSystematic review registration: Center for Open Science, osf.io/286j5

Strategi Komunikasi Antarpribadi Orang Tua Tuli dalam Pendampingan Anak di Masa Pubertas

Interpersonal communication in family relationships is an important thing for everyone, including deaf parents. Communication between parents and children will affect the formation of children's character and nature. Therefore, a communication strategy is needed in providing assistance to children according to the needs and conditions of the child, especially for children entering their teens. This study was conducted with the aim of finding out how the interpersonal communication strategies of parents with deafness with their children who have normal hearing are in mentoring during puberty and the challenges they face. The theory used in this research is the theory of CMM (Coordinated Management of Meaning). This research is a qualitative descriptive study that collects data through semi-structured in-depth interviews with three deaf parents. The results of this study indicate that each informant has a strategy in providing assistance during puberty. Two informants use a catalyst strategy, and one informant uses a hanging sword strategy.

Therapeutic Communication Experience of Nurses With Chemotherapy Patients in a General Hospital

Cancer patients have special communication needs. Therapeutic communication can help patients, families, and care teams make decisions and improve patients’ well-being and quality of life. This study aimed to understand the therapeutic communication experience of nurses with patients undergoing chemotherapy. This study employed a descriptive phenomenology design using in-depth interviews involving eight key participants and one associate participant. The key participants were nurse practitioners, and the associate participant was the vice head of the chemotherapy ward. The results of interviews and field notes were analyzed using Colaizzi’s method of data analysis. Nine themes emerged from this study that is therapeutic communication is perceived as beneficial for patients, therapeutic communication is perceived as useful for nurses, patient conditions that hinder therapeutic communication, nurse conditions that interfere with therapeutic communication, personal therapeutic communication strategies, interpersonal therapeutic communication strategies, regular chemotherapy training, training for ongoing therapeutic communication, and chemotherapy-related information media to facilitate therapeutic communication. The study results suggest the need for chemotherapy training and continuous therapeutic communication for nurses in the chemotherapy ward of a general hospital.

Influence of Interpersonal Communication on Hotel Performance: A Case of Classified Hotels along the Kenyan Coastal Tourism Hub

Kenya’s coast is a renowned tourism hub, thanks to its natural beaches, a serene environment and world-class hotels. Unfortunately, these hotels’ average check has been inconsistent. Insecurity, seasonality challenges, and frequent travel advisories have been pointed out as some of the contributing factors to the trend. Interestingly, other destinations facing similar challenges bounce back so fast thanks to their inventive approaches to reducing guest churn. It is not clear whether Kenya’s coastal classified hotels have adopted such strategies. This study sought to assess whether communication approaches could improve hotel performance in classified hotels in Kenya’s coastal tourism hub. It targeted hotel guests of the 15 classified hotels in Mombasa County, based on a descriptive research design. A stratified sampling technique was adopted where three strata based on the hotels’ star ratings were formed settling on the 384 guests, 26 for each of the hotels. Both a questionnaire and an interview schedule were developed for data collection. The results revealed that there was a significant relationship between interpersonal communication and hotel performance in classified hotels in Mombasa County (R=0.795; P=0.000) These findings serve as a red flag to classified hotel managers to re-innovate interpersonal communication strategies used to maximize hotel performance.

The means to substantive performance improvements – environmental management control systems in ISO 14001– certified SMEs

PurposeThis study aims to address how the ISO 14001 standardisation and certification process improves substantive performance in small to medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) through the development of an environmental management control system (EMCS).Design/methodology/approachA qualitative cross-case interview design with those responsible for the implementation of an environmental management system (certified to ISO 14001) in SMEs is adopted to inductively “theorise” the EMCS.FindingsThe design and monitoring of environmental controls are often beyond the scope of the SMEs’ top management team and include extra-organisational dimensions such as the external audit and institutional requirements. This suggests more complex control pathways for SMEs to produce EMCS that primarily function as packages and are broader than the analytical level of the firm. Here, controlling for environmental performance exists at strategic and operational levels, as well as beyond the SMEs’ boundaries.Practical implicationsVarious internal controls are put forward for SME owner-managers to meet environmental targets (e.g. gamification and interpersonal communication strategies). This builds upon a broader accountability perspective wherein formalised hierarchical control is only one route for ensuring sustainable action within the ISO 14001-certified SMEs.Social implicationsThis study contributes to a more sustainable society through developing an understanding of how environmental sustainability is substantively managed by SMEs to improve performance for current and future generations.Originality/valueThis paper, to the best of the author’s knowledge, is one of the first to establish how SMEs control for environmental sustainability from empirically derived evidence. In doing so, it provides an example of the EMCS for the SME context.

Implementation of Interpersonal Communication to The Broken Home Family in Psychological Rescue Effort

The purpose of this study is to determine how interpersonal communication is important in broken home families so that children do not develop psychological disorders or violate norms. Broken families are a social phenomenon that should not occur but has become common in Indonesia. This study employs a qualitative descriptive method, with data collected through interviews, observations, and documentation. According to the findings, eight factors contributed to a broken home: 1) communication disorders, 2) egocentricity, 3) dissatisfaction, 4) economy, 5) time, 6) lack of education, 7) third party disturbances, and 8) disturbances. psychological. Parents play an important role in establishing interpersonal communication so that no more children engage in harmful behaviors that violate norms. Furthermore, parents implemented a number of interpersonal communication strategies in order to establish an intimate and intimate relationship with their children.

A Theoretical Review on the Role of English as a Foreign Language Teachers' Self-Disclosure in Shaping Classroom Climate and Immediacy.

Teachers’ interpersonal communication skills and strategies have been widely considered effective pedagogical tools in academia. Despite the growing research in this area, unraveling the power of English as a foreign language (EFL) teachers’ self-disclosure in shaping classroom climate and immediacy has been relatively left intact. To fill the gap and provide new insights into this strand of research, the present article was an effort to present a theoretical analysis of the interplay of self-disclosure, classroom climate, and immediacy. In so doing, the definitions, conceptualizations, dimensions, underlying theories, and empirical evidence in support of the interaction among these three constructs were presented. Moreover, practical implications for EFL teachers, teacher trainers, and L2 scholars were provided to raise their awareness of interpersonal communication skills and their outcomes in academia. Finally, the study provided some suggestions for further research in this line of inquiry.

Strategi Komunikasi Interpersonal Guru Dalam Menanamkan Nilai-Nilai Islam Pada Anak Autisme

This study is entitled Teachers 'Interpersonal Communication Strategies in Instilling Islamic Values in Autistic Children aims to determine how teachers' interpersonal communication strategies in instilling Islamic values in children with autism, what factors affect its success and obstacles.This study uses a qualitative approach with descriptive methods. The paradigm used is constructivism. The theories used are self disclosure by Sidney Marshall Jourard, symbolic interactionism by George Herbert Mead and Blumer, and Gerald Miller's Interpersonal Communication Strategy. students, using media, giving examples of actions, special treatment, habituation, as well as assertiveness. Factors of success that teachers do is by being a creative teacher, the existence of supportive facilities, patience, and cooperation between the school, parents, community. The obstacles are that autistic students have poor communication skills, are easily upset and difficult to communicate, have a mood that is easily changed and difficult to understand their speech, often engrossed in their own world, like to attack, and seek attention. How to deal with it patiently, straighten and direct better, give space to students, adjust conditions, be firm, and dare to stop students.

Good works well publicized? Understanding L. Ron Hubbard’s interpretation of Effective Public Relations

Scientology’s public relations function is based on research and writing by L. Ron Hubbard, who studied public relations and drafted documents directing Church communication strategies. Hubbard annotated the textbook Effective Public Relations, which was reprinted for Church practitioners. Textual analysis shows Hubbard was particularly interested in redefining key concepts, emphasizing interpersonal communication strategies, and selectively adopting media relations strategies. The findings suggest that he used the annotations to appropriate the text and position himself as a communications expert. Evidence suggests Church communication practitioners continue to follow Hubbard’s recommendations.

Strategi Komunikasi Interpersonal Orang Tua dalam Meningkatkan Minat dan Bakat Anak di Kelurahan Suka Raja, Kecamatan Medan Maimun, Kota Medan

Communication strategy is the capital used in dealing with the community in Sungai Deli, Sukaraja urban village. as well as interpersonal communication strategies of parents to their children. Meanwhile, education is a positive contribution used in carrying out communication activities. The analytical technique involved usesqualitative reasoning that directs children as the target of reasoning. students become communicators who bridge children as communicants to find goals and develop existing interests and talents.Changing the paradigm of parents to get their children to go to school is an effort that is expected to be an output of awareness of the importance of education .