The effects of verbat and nonverbal communication on relationship satisfaction in intercultural Thai-Foreigner couples

Name: Martina Beg

LCSH: Kasetsart University -- Theses. M.A. (English as an International Language) 2016

Classification :.LCCS: P99.5

LCSH: Kasetsart University. Department of Liberal Arts -- Theses

LCSH: Nonverbal communication

LCSH: Intercultural communication

LCSH: Couples

Abstract: This study aims to explore the ways in which Thai-German couples perceive their mutual verbal and nonverbal communication as causing them dissatisfaction in their daily lives. Furthermore, it investigates up to which extent the partners’ mutual communication satisfaction is correlated to the general satisfaction with their relationship. A mixed-methods approach was used for data collection. Data analysis employed statistical analyses for quantitative data (2 sets of questionnaires), and text analysis for the in-depth interview. The data were collected from 544 questionnaire respondents and 11 interviewees. The survey results indicated a strong positive correlation between communication satisfaction and relationship satisfaction: r (531) = +.62, p < .001, while the results from the interviews narrowed down the specific communicational problems for Thai-German couples. These included linguistic skills, accent, pronunciation and grammar, the different styles of communicating (direct vs. indirect communication), as well as the differences in emotional expressiveness. Meaningful contrasts were found in the use of humor, eye contact, smiling, intimate touch and personal space. Three patterns of conflict management were described, as well as the phenomena of double cultural identity and third language building which were present in successful relationships. The importance of nonverbal communication, adaptation, patience and flexibility for relationship satisfaction were identified as well.

Kasetsart University. Office of the University Library

Address: Bangkok

Email: tdckulib@ku.ac.th

Name: Jirayu Tuppoom

Role: Thesis Advisor

Name: Kanjana Charttrakul

Role: Thesis Co-Advisor

Name: Anamai Damnet

Role: Thesis Co-Advisor

Created: 2016

Modified: 2023-06-12

Issued: 2023-06-12

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CallNumber: P99.5.M37

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DegreeName: Master of Arts

Level: Master's Degree

Descipline: English as an International Language

Grantor: Kasetsart University

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