Mapping Self-Presentation through Lenses of Non-Verbal Cues and Body Language; Observational Analysis of Pakistani Society

Abstract

Non-verbal signals or silent language play a significant role in
understanding of verbal communication since inception of
mankind on this planet. Several factors including gender, age
socio-economic background, communication setting and
cultural differences influence our non-verbal communication
in conspicuous manners. This research paper presents in-depth
analysis of non-verbal cues mainly eye contact smile, forward
lean of body, touch and play with hair as well as tapping with
fingers on surface and arms positions etc. of Pakistani society.
The body language of 217 research subjects was measured
with the help of covert observational technique. T