Summary of You Just Don't Understand

"You Just Don't Understand" by Deborah Tannen is a groundbreaking book that explores the different communication styles between men and women. It explores the various factors that contribute to perceived communication issues between the two genders and offers advice on how to bridge the gender divide. Written from the perspective of a linguistics professor, the book provides insight into the differences in communication styles among men and women, based on research, stories, and research from the linguistic differences between the sexes. From the basic differences in the ways the two sexes use language to the unique ways in which men and women interact, the book is an insightful read for people of any gender trying to understand the role of communication in relationships.