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Communication is an essential aspect of human interaction and a necessity that enables individuals to express their feelings, their thoughts and desires. When people communicate with each other, they may expect some form of response from the other person, which can be either verbal or non-verbal.
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Hobson, P. (2019). Implementing Person-Centred Communication. In: Enabling People with Dementia: Understanding and Implementing Person-Centred Care. Springer, Cham. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-030-20479-2_7
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