You can send a message and receive a reply within seconds. But what about when they don't speak with their fingertips? What about when they actually have to interact with someone in person? Tamyra Pierce, a professor of mass communication at Fresno State University, says the technology available today is taking the place of face-to-face communication. Interpersonal communications are a critical asset to have in life to be successful. These skills are used every day, whether you're talking to a stranger or even just friends. Most of today's youth do not have the ability to hold a face-to-face conversation with another person, which is becoming a big problem in our world.