Abstract
This paper discusses, through example, the differences between communication in men and women in casual circumstances and within relationships. It highlights eye contact, decision making and emotions. The paper also explores gender specific communication within the media, using "Judging Amy" as its example.

Table of Contents:
Why I Broke Up with Philip (Relational Communication)
Gender and Media Communication
Bibliography

From the Paper
"Amy can be very assertive when it comes to defending children. In one scene I watched she was being interviewed on a television news talk show. She debated a corrupt politician who was running for office on the issue of trying children as adults for their crimes. The male politician was pictured as exploiting the issue in order to make a name for himself and get elected. He didn't care about children at all. Amy talks about her knowledge of children as human beings whom she relates to every day eye-to-eye. She tells off the politician and calls him a "self-seeking demagogue." "

Tags:male, female, media, contact

Abstract
This paper addresses common communication issues between men and women in workplace situations. It discusses what conflicts can arise, what traditional "male" and "female" communication styles are, and how they can be harmonized in corporate situations.

Tags:GENDER AND SEXUALITY / GENDER STUDIES IN LITERATURE, ARTS, gender communication workplace

Abstract
The paper discusses how communication is a complex process, though it is also one which we learn as children and then continue through life usually without thinking much about the various elements involved. The paper explains that communication is also affected by a number of different forces that can make communication easier or more difficult or that can shape messages, alter meaning, and determine whether communication is or is not effective. The paper discusses how gender differences are one element we may not see as having as great an effect as they may have.

From the Paper
"Communication is a complex process, though it is also one which we learn as children and then continue through life usually without thinking much about the various elements involved. Communication is also affected by a number of different forces that can make communication easier or more difficult or that can shape messages, alter meaning, and determine whether communication is or is not effective. Gender differences are one element we may not see as having as great an effect as they may have. Communication in small groups is often heightened, depending on the degree of formality involved, and close proximity can also increase the strength..."

Tags:gender, communication, groups

Abstract
In this article, the writer offers a research description and question regarding gender differences and their impact on communication in young adults. A summary of one article on gender differences and Internet communication is also offered. An annotated bibliography concludes the paper.

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"The topic of this research is the effects of gender on social communications among young adults. Research shows that there are clear and prevailing differences in social communication between young men and women due to gender. Even new media seem to offer only new routes of sharing traditionally gendered forms of communication not a means of developing a more gender neutral language. As Stern notes in a study of the content of home pages of young men and women 'Personal home pages do ..."

Tags:males, females, college students, sexuality, media, teasing, patriarchy

Abstract
Discusses findings of several studies and articles regarding the accuracy of how the two genders communicate. Communication issues include women as instigators of discussion in relationship problems and the male tendency to close off discussion in intimate discussions.

From the Paper
"Many studies indicate a difference in communication between men and women. Generally speaking, these findings depict women as the instigators of discussion when ..."

Abstract
The writer examines in personal details her views and opinions on gender and communication. The writer explores family relationships as well as the marked differences in intimate communications between friends and family members and the ins and outs of communicating via the internet. The writer of this paper finds that in researching this particular topic, nearly all gender communications bibliographic information was found to be issue specific, resulting in the writer using her own personal experiences as a main source of reference.
Topics covered in this paper include:
Introduction and Thesis
Communications Within the Family Background and Family Structure
Areas of Communications Between Genders
The Mechanics of Intimate Gender Communications
Intimate Communications and Friendship
The Internet Trap
Conclusions on Intimate Communication
Bibliography

From the Paper
"Another area where both genders get into difficulties on the Internet using the World Wide Web are in the "romance or love or lifestyles" sections of many of the major search engines. Here they can categorize themselves as to whatever it is they are looking for and through instant messaging, e-mail or chat-rooms can actually converse with a party on the other end ostensibly searching for the same as you. Be very wary of what information one gives if the urge is overwhelming to use this form of communication for intimacy.
There have been rapes; murders, serial killings and stalking of every manner one can imagine connected with these areas."

Tags:relationship, personal, communication, family

Abstract
The paper states that language is defined as "a system of communication using sounds or gestures that are put together in meaningful ways according to a set of rules". The way language is linked to gender deals with what is known as sociolinguistics, or how particular social categories use language in different manners and styles. The paper notes that in this case the social categories are male and female and then goes on to explore the specific speech patterns exhibited by each sex in order to help shed some light on our understanding of the opposite sex.

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"From birth on we are taught indirectly what is expected of us as men or women. These gender roles provide our "society to function smoothly [and] the security that comes from knowing what's expected of you" . Girls are expected to "play nice" with each other, which contributes to their future need for maintaining relationships by being cooperative. Without being able to connect with others, females are likely to become discontented with their position in life. This drive is greatly influenced by the hormones oxytocin and dopamine. Upon relating with others, especially other females, girls experience elevated levels of these hormones which are known for activating the pleasure centers within the brain."

Tags:process, messages, hormones, elevated, levels, biological, changes

Abstract
This paper explores how body language influences workplace communication and workplace relationships based on that communication. The focus is primarily on men's body language, and how it includes or excludes women in the workplace, by making them feel comfortable and accepted, or vice versa. The author also examines men's non-verbal communication styles in formal one-on-one meetings, group settings, and informal one-on-one meetings to illustrate this case. The paper further analyzes these three types of common workplace interaction, and suggests how men can change their actions so that women feel more comfortable and included at work.

From the Paper
"Many feminist authors profess the need for an "ethic of care," such as Joan C. Tronto, who says there are two types of caring: caring about and caring for (Pearsall, 393-395). Men, when portraying the typical business facade, are caring about what is being said, how the other people in the room perceive them, and what they themselves are contributing to the situation. However, what women typically do is care for others in the situation, and men are typically oblivious or unresponsive to this unique feminine motivation. If men become aware of this method of caring for others, and respond to this type of feminine social interaction, women will feel less threatened and excluded in workplace interactions, especially those one-on-one meetings with the manager, or boss, because women will feel they can relate to men who understand this mindset of caring for others, instead of caring about objectives and business."

Tags:gender, communication, employment, working women

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In this article, the writer notes that there are multiple factors that influence the hospital/medical facility context and determine whether it supports effective nurse-physician communication. However, two of the most important of these factors are ethnicity and gender. In this paper the writer examines the literature on the effects of gender and ethnic diversity on nurse-physician communication as related to patient safety and risk management.

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"Arford has noted that 'Dysfunctional nurse-physician communication has been linked to medication errors patient injuries and patient deaths'. The organization is accountable for providing a context that supports effective nurse-physician communication. There are multiple factors that influence the hospital medical facility context and determine whether it supports effective nurse-physician communication. However two of the most important of these factors are ethnicity and gender. The purpose of this paper is to examine the literature on the ..."

Tags:nurse physician communication, gender differences, ethnic differences

Abstract
This paper examines the different leadership and communication styles of women and men, including research that demonstrates gender is not the only factor to consider. The paper explores why there are gender differences in leadership roles and types of leadership.

From the Paper
"The influences of gender are discussed with regard to leadership and communication issues. Research on leadership has shown that men and women demonstrate different leadership and communication styles ..."

Tags:leadership, gender, communication