What Are Some Types of Barriers to Communication?
Common barriers to communication include the use of jargon, lack of interest, physical disabilities that limit seeing or hearing, false assumptions and cultural differences. Barriers to communication become evident when what is intended by a speaker is not what is received by the audience.
In order to overcome barriers to communication, a person should listen carefully, clarify jargon and solicit feedback. Barriers to communication are often created by the exchange of messages through modern technologies such as email or text messaging. The lack of nonverbal cues is often a culprit.
Nonverbal cues include facial expressions, tone of voice, eye contact, gestures and body posture. Nonverbal messages are often unconscious and difficult to control, but they can give clarity and depth to communication.
