The main purpose of this research was to study students’ perceptions in intrapersonal communication and its influence towards their interpersonal communication. To conduct the study, qualitative method was used. The data was gathered in individual in-depth interview and focus group discussions that are the appropriate way of data gathering for a qualitative study. For the purpose of gathering accurate and full information from the respondents about subject matter, the study use purposive and convenience sampling method. With sample size of 27, who are 15 students from 1st, 2nd, 3rd year journalism & communication department and 12 students from 1st, 2nd and 3rd year psychology students the in-depth interview was conducted with a total number of 6 individuals.
Among different types of communication, interpersonal communication and intrapersonal communication are the two basic types of communication. Group, organizational and mass communications are the others. People exchange their ideas, believes, opinions or emotions by communicating with each other. During their day to day interaction, people send and receive messages.
Interpersonal communication occurs when people communicate on a one to one basis – usually in an informal, unstructured setting. This kind of communication occurs between two people, though it may include more than two. Intrapersonal communication and interpersonal communication are highly related with another. The way we communicate with ourselves directly affects the way we communicate with each other. Therefore, this study is focused on analyzing students' perceptions on the influence of intrapersonal communication towards their interpersonal communication.
Table of Contents
1. Introduction
1.1 Background of the study
1.2. Statement of the problem
1.3. Objective of the study
1.3.1. General objective
1.3.2. Specific objective
1.4. Research question
1.5. Scope of the study
1.6. Limitation of the study
1.7. Significant of the study
1.8. Organization of the study
2. Review of Related Literature
2.1 Defining communication
2.2 Function of communication
2.3 Types of communication
2.3.1. Interpersonal and intrapersonal communication
2.3.1. Intrapersonal communication
2.3.3. Inner speech
2.3.4. Social cognation
2.3.5. Self-disclosure and social penetration theory
2.3.6. Importance of intrapersonal communication
2.3.7. Factors that affect intrapersonal communication
2.4. Interpersonal communication
2.4.3. Function of interpersonal communication
2.5. The relationship between intrapersonal and interpersonal Communication
3. Research method and Methodology
3.1. Research Method
3.2. Population of the study
3.3. Sample & Sampling technique
3.4.2. Sample size
3.5. Sources of Data
3.6. Data gathering method
3.6.1. In-depth interview
3.6.2. Focus group discussion
3.7. Data analysis method
4. Data Analysis and Presentation of findings
4.1. Discussion of interview and focus group discussion
4.2. Factors that affect intrapersonal communication
4.3. Effect of intrapersonal communication towards to interpersonal Communication
4.4. Understanding of intrapersonal communication
4.5. Importance of intrapersonal communication
5. Conclusion and recommendation
5.1. Conclusion
5.2. Recommendation
Research Objectives and Key Topics
The main objective of this study is to examine student perceptions of intrapersonal communication and its influence on their interpersonal interactions. It explores how self-talk, self-awareness, and psychological factors shape a student's ability to communicate effectively with others.
- Intrapersonal communication dynamics and self-talk
- Influence of intrapersonal communication on interpersonal relationships
- Psychological factors affecting self-communication (self-esteem, self-concept)
- Qualitative analysis of student experiences and perceptions
- Impact of isolation and self-disclosure on social interactions
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4.2. Factors that affect intrapersonal communication
As well as any types of communication, intrapersonal communication can be affected by different factors. Respondent of the study also states some factors, which affect their communication with in themselves. Some respondents said that the major factors that affect their intrapersonal communication are fear of isolation and misunderstanding by other people. Tiruwork Amare said that
When I take long time communicating with myself, I fear to be isolated by friends around. Most of the time peoples assume that the one mostly keep silent is hard to have relation with. They also think that I am crazy. Fear of all this things affects my intrapersonal communication
By this, it is clear that fear of isolation and the way they think others think about them affects students’ inner communication. Students agree that having inner communication for long time with self might bring isolation. And fear of this isolation might force us to spend our time communicating with others. When we continuously talk to ourselves, we might be more comfortable with that and it makes us careless for our interaction with others. Because of this, we isolate ourselves. Fear of this isolation will affect our intrapersonal communication
Summary of Chapters
1. Introduction: Outlines the background of the study, the problem statement regarding student communication, and the specific objectives and research questions guiding the inquiry.
2. Review of Related Literature: Discusses the definitions and functions of both intra- and interpersonal communication, along with key theories such as social penetration and factors affecting self-talk.
3. Research method and Methodology: Details the qualitative approach, specifically using in-depth interviews and focus group discussions with journalism and psychology students as the primary data collection methods.
4. Data Analysis and Presentation of findings: Presents the gathered data, analyzing how factors like self-esteem, self-concept, and social environment influence the students' inner and outer communication habits.
5. Conclusion and recommendation: Summarizes the study's findings, concluding that effective intrapersonal communication leads to better social interactions, and recommends institutional support to build self-aware students.
Keywords
Intrapersonal Communication, Interpersonal Communication, Self-Talk, Self-Concept, Self-Esteem, Self-Disclosure, Qualitative Research, Social Cognition, Student Perception, Communication Styles, Self-Awareness, Inner Speech, Social Interaction, Personality Development, Communication Barriers
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the primary focus of this research?
The research focuses on analyzing students' perceptions of how their intrapersonal communication—the communication they have with themselves—influences their interpersonal interactions with others.
What are the key thematic areas covered?
The study covers the definition and function of communication, the role of self-concept, social penetration theory, and the impact of internal monologues on external social behavior.
What is the main goal of this study?
The goal is to understand to what extent students recognize the connection between their inner voice and their ability to successfully interact and form relationships with peers.
Which scientific methodology was employed?
A qualitative research method was used, utilizing purposive and convenience sampling to conduct in-depth interviews and focus group discussions with students.
What is covered in the main body of the work?
The main body examines the factors affecting intrapersonal communication, such as isolation fears and self-esteem, and presents findings on how these factors shape social outcomes.
Which keywords best characterize this work?
Key terms include intrapersonal communication, self-concept, social interaction, self-talk, and interpersonal communication.
How does fear of isolation affect the students' communication style?
Respondents indicated that fear of being perceived as "crazy" or antisocial forces them to limit their self-reflection time and push themselves into social interactions, which can sometimes lead to superficial engagement.
What role does self-disclosure play in interpersonal relationships according to the text?
The text explains that self-disclosure is both a tool for creating intimacy and a potential risk, as it depends on an individual's mental processing and self-concept.
Why did the researcher choose journalism and psychology students for the sample?
Journalism students were chosen because communication is a core professional skill for them, while psychology students were selected for their better understanding of cognitive processes and self-related theories.
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- Newal Abubeker (Autor), 2019, The Influence of Intrapersonal Communication on Interpersonal Communication. Perceptions of Journalism and Communication Students, Múnich, GRIN Verlag, https://www.grin.com/document/500404
