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A list, with examples, of ways that people can commit verbal violence during ordinary conversations.

Ideas, vocabulary, and daily comeback for defending against verbal violence. Also connects verbal attacks with underlying fallacies.

Overview of "the gentle art of verbal self-defense," as defined by Suzette Haden Elgin, from organization that also sells her tapes and books. Includes a section for children.

Promotes the study, development, and teaching of listening and the practice of effective listening skills and techniques.

A site where readers can learn more about better interpersonal communication and presentation skills

Provides interlinked definitions, theories, and resources covering cultural context, relational development, self-concept, verbal and nonverbal messages, and listening and perception.

On-line library of free articles, books and a downloadable workbook to help readers communicate more cooperatively, more compassionately and more successfully in both family and work settings.