Body Talk: The Psychology of Nonverbal Behavior

Harvard FAS

What can we learn about another person by observing their nonverbal behavior? Are “vibes” real? Does the body offer insights into who someone is, what they want, or how they really feel? In this seminar, we will learn about nonverbal behavior as it is studied in psychological science, considering when, why, and how psychologists measure the moving body in their efforts to understand the mind. We will explore how nonverbal behavior contributes to psychological research on topics that range…