On this episode, Katie is joined by Dr. Colin Hesse. Dr. Hesse, Assistant Professor, joined the Department of Speech Communication at Oregon State University in September 2013. Colin completed his Ph.D. At Arizona State University in 2009. His research focuses on the links between interpersonal communication and both psychological and physiological health. Specific communication processes of interest include the communication of affection, alexithymia, and family communication.
Segment 1: Interpersonal Communication Research [00:00-11:13]
In this first segment, Colin shares about his research on interpersonal communication.
Segment 2: Affectionate Communication [11:13-21:18]
In segment two, Colin discusses some of his research findings on affectionate communication.
Segment 3: Affection Deprivation [21:18-33:13]
In segment three, Colin shares about his work on affection deprivation.
Bonus Clip #1 [00:00-08:12]: Dr. Hesse's Research on Alexithymia
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