Ep 85: Dr. Colin Hesse on Researching Interpersonal Communication

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 To share feedback about this podcast episode, ask questions that could be featured in a future episode, or to share research-related resources, contact the "Research in Action" podcast: Twitter: @RIA_podcast or #RIA_podcast Email: [email protected] Voicemail: 541-737-1111 If you listen to the podcast via iTunes, please consider leaving us a review. The views expressed by guests on the Research in Action podcast do not necessarily represent the views of Ecampus or Oregon State University.