Identity communication refers to the ways in which individuals express, negotiate, and maintain their identities through communication. This research area explores how people use verbal and nonverbal communication to convey their sense of self, as well as how social and cultural factors influence identity expression. Researchers in this field examine how individuals communicate their identities in various contexts, such as in personal relationships, workplace settings, and online interactions. They may also investigate how identity communication impacts perceptions of oneself and others, as well as how it contributes to the formation of group identities. Overall, identity communication research aims to deepen our understanding of how individuals construct and present their identities through communication, and how these processes shape social interactions and relationships.