Nonverbal interaction through eye contact patterns, including gaze direction, duration, and timing that conveys social information and regulates interpersonal interaction.
Example: Cultural differences in appropriate eye contact during conversation, with some cultures viewing sustained eye contact as respectful while others interpret it as aggressive or disrespectful.
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