The Interpersonal Communication Book provides in-depth coverage of interpersonal communication, blending theory and research with practical skills. Author Joseph DeVito utilizes the concept of choice as the philosophical foundation of his narrative, emphasizing how the choices we make influence our relationships and the effectiveness of our messages.

The 16th Edition incorporates coverage of 2 extraordinary events, the COVID-19 pandemic and the Black Lives Matter protests, to emphasize the importance of interpersonal communication in our daily lives as well as in the larger world. Fresh photos with accompanying Viewpoints captions throughout each chapter help you connect course material to issues in the headlines.