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Message

Message is defined as the information or meaning that is transmitted from one person to another.

In psychology, "message" usually refers to a communication or piece of information that is conveyed by one person to another. Here are a few examples of how "message" might be used in the field of psychology:

  1. Verbal message: This refers to a message that is conveyed through spoken language, such as a conversation or presentation.

  2. Nonverbal message: This refers to a message that is conveyed through nonverbal cues, such as facial expressions, body language, or tone of voice.

  3. Written message: This refers to a message that is conveyed through written language, such as a letter, email, or text message.

  4. Mass media message: This refers to a message that is conveyed through mass media channels, such as television, radio, or the internet.

  5. Implicit message: This refers to a message that is conveyed indirectly, or through subtle or unconscious means. Implicit messages might be conveyed through nonverbal cues, or through the way in which a message is presented or framed.

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