The document discusses barriers to communication. It defines communication as the exchange of information, ideas, thoughts, and emotions so that everyone gains a common understanding of the intended message. It then outlines five main barriers to effective communication: language barriers due to specialist jargon or abstract terms; physical barriers due to distance or visual/accent disconnections; physiological barriers like speech or hearing disorders; psychological barriers such as attitudes and emotions; and cultural barriers relating to differences in gender, age, or diversity. The document concludes by suggesting solutions for overcoming communication barriers like ensuring clarity of thoughts, understanding the audience, getting feedback, using body language, avoiding overload of information, and controlling emotions.