Discursive and Non-discursive Symbolization during couple’s Conflict
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2020
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Abstract
The purpose of this article was exploring the role of discursive and non-discursive
symbolization - specifically gestures - in the negotiation of differences in couples´
interactions. Five married heterosexual couples were invited to hold a conversation
about an unsolved problem in their relationship. A videographic analysis was carried
out to explore gestures in dialogical sequences and Microgenetic Semiotic Analysis
(ASM) was conducted. The results showed that gestures complemented verbal signs as
semiotic devices in the regulation of meaning construction and differences in negotiation, displaying strategies for facing and avoiding conflict, as well as resources for
undergoing tension dealing with personal objectives and emotional difficulties; Its role
is discussed as preparation of the verbal communicative expression, as devices for selfregulation and access to tension relief. Further, the discussion addresses their function
as paths for encounter, mutuality and closeness.
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Integrative Psychological and Behavioral Science volume 54, pages833–849(2020)
Keywords
Gestures, Couple’s conflict, Semiotic mediation, Microprocess, Dialogue