Reaching Out

Let yourself be guided by the most proven, comprehensive, practical, and applied text available on interpersonal skills.  Be captivated by the engaging, accessible language, the compelling content and uniquely authentic exercises that only enhance the practicality of this best-selling resource. Throughout, the integration of current, sound research and theory with incredibly practical exercises come together for an experiential approach to learning about and teaching the basic interpersonal skills. Now in its Eleventh Edition, Reaching Out continues to keep pace with the latest theories, sources of interpersonal communication, and research in the field of psychological knowledge on how to build and maintain relationships. As it has done for decades now, Johnson’s preeminent work will guide and prepare all types of students for a myriad of occupations, helping them to develop and refine their own level of interpersonal skills in a unique and engaging manner.   New to this edition: Material on pets as social enhancers, interpersonal skills, manners, civility, and online relationships. A revised presentation and discussion of the Johari window. Additional examples and scenarios that represent types of communication methods of defining them. New sections on social media networks and online communications. Expanded discussion of the developmental changes of solving conflict. An overall greater emphasis on positive psychology.