A new book Speech Culture in Finland (Wilkins & Isotalus (Eds.), 2009) is out in which I discuss some of the detected elements of supportive communication. My data of semi-structured and episode interviews both indicate strong cultural impact on males' supportive comunication in friendships. Quietude as a natural way of being (Carbaugh), and listening are major topics that will be discussed in my dissertation.
The choice of methods surely favours depictions of behavior. However, the aim of the dissertation is to depict and understand the nature of social support in friendships and the enactment of that support by Finnish men.
12/24/2008
12/11/2008
Review
The Year 2008 is coming to an end and it is time to report what has been accomplished so far.
ECREA 2008 Conference in Barcelona went well and the new Interpersonal Communication and Social Interaction Section decided to hold a workshop in Tampere 2009. I will be part of the organizing committee.
My first article is almost ready to be sent to a journal. In addition to the support behaviors, I want to analyze the data for different motivations. The episode interview method that I have used has proven to be a good way to capture the intentions and motivation behind support approaches.
Have a great Xmas break and a Jolly New Year!
ECREA 2008 Conference in Barcelona went well and the new Interpersonal Communication and Social Interaction Section decided to hold a workshop in Tampere 2009. I will be part of the organizing committee.
My first article is almost ready to be sent to a journal. In addition to the support behaviors, I want to analyze the data for different motivations. The episode interview method that I have used has proven to be a good way to capture the intentions and motivation behind support approaches.
Have a great Xmas break and a Jolly New Year!
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