Barriers in
Communication
What is
communication
barrier?
Communication barriers are any
factors that prevent us from
effectively exchanging and
understanding messages. They
can be physical, cultural, linguistic,
or emotional, and can occur within
or between individuals, groups, or
organizations.
Why should we care?
Opportunities Miscommunication conflicts
If you don’t If you don’t take the Communication
understand what time to understand barriers can create
someone is someone’s point of negative impacts
view or if you don’t on relationships,
trying to say,
communicate both personal and
then you might professional. This
miss out on clearly, then it can
can lead to strained
valuable lead to
relationships and
information or disagreements and can even cause
hurt feelings.
advice. conflicts.
Language
Barrier
Language barrier in
communication is a difficulty
or obstacle that arises when
people who speak different
languages attempt to interact.
This can prevent people from
understanding each other and
lead to misunderstandings,
frustration, and even conflict.
psychological
Barrier
An emotional barrier in
communication is a
psychological barrier that
prevents people from fully
expressing their emotions or
feelings to one another. This
can be due to a lack of trust,
fear of vulnerability, or
difficulty in understanding the
other person's point of view.
Physiological
Barriers
Physiological barriers refer to
the physical state of a person.
A receiver who is legally blind
may not clearly grasp the
whole picture of the
conversation because he is
disadvantaged with a
disability that hinders him
from reading non-verbal cues
coming from the speaker.
Physical Barrier
Physical environmental barriers refer to any
physical limitation that can interfere with the
communication process. Examples include
noise, poor lighting, distance between
speakers, and physical obstructions between
speakers
Other physical environmental barriers include
technology issues, such as poor signal
reception on mobile phones, or a lack of
access to technology, such as the internet or
computers..
Systemic
Barriers
This barrier refers to hindrances in the
structure and organization where
there is inefficient or lack of
appropriate information systems or
communication channels. Roles and
responsibilities may be unclear; thus,
a person may be confused as to what
role he plays in the communication
process.
Cultural
Barrier
Cultural barriers to
communication are the
differences in language, customs,
and beliefs that may exist
between people of different
cultures or societies. These
barriers can prevent people from
understanding each other, leading
to miscommunication and
misunderstanding.
Strategies in
Communication
Practice active listening - Knowing how to listen
attentively and properly enables you to have better
relationships with other people and with yourself.
Pay attention to nonverbal cues - Body language,
facial ticks and changes in pitch when speaking
deepens the communication experience.
Keep your emotions at bay - Communication is
irreversible; thus, whatever you say or write at the
height of anger, fear, sadness, or happiness can not be
taken back.
Assert yourself - stand up for your thoughts, feelings,
and needs in an open and honest way that will not
result to disrespecting others or appear demanding
and hostile.
Thank You for
listening hehe
Performance
Task
Divide students into small groups
and assign one type of barrier to
communication. Have each group
brainstorm scenarios in which these
barriers could prevent successful
communication between two
people.
