... the method or code that he/she believes will effectively deliver the message to the other person. The code used to send the message can be either verbal or nonverbal. When the other person receives the coded message they go through the process of decoding or interpreting it into understanding and meaning. Effective communication exists between two people when the receiver interprets and understands the message in the same way the sender intended it. We have been developing our listening habits since we were born and by the time we have reached adulthood we perform them without thinking. There are many situations when we need to listen to information from other people; these can vary from solving problems at home or in the work place, helping a friend in need or even in parenting. Parents can model good listening skills and play a vital role in teaching their children how to listen ...

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