IN THE RHYTHM OF INTERACTION: IMITATION AND COORDINATION IN INTERPERSONAL SYNCHRONIZATION OF BEHAVIOR
Nasibullov Kamil Iskhakovich, Candidate of Psychological Sciences, senior lecturer at the Department of Psychology of Religion and Pedagogy of the International Islamic Academy of Uzbekistan
Keywords:
mutual understanding, cognitive processes, linguistic alignment, nonverbal interaction, mimicry, emotional contagion.Abstract
The article reveals how imitation and coordination form the basis of interpersonal synchronization, strengthening mutual understanding and social bonds. Examining evidence from social psychology, cognitive science, and linguistics, it is demonstrated that synchronous activities and communication patterns improve group performance. Particular attention is paid to the influence of these processes on social interactions, emphasizing their role in enriching collective activities. The article raises questions about the mechanisms underlying synchronization and discusses how imitation and coordination influence the formation and development of interpersonal relationships. A discussion of the limitations of existing research is presented and directions for future work are suggested, making the article particularly relevant to researchers interested in understanding the dynamics of social interactions.
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