relationships - virtual relationships

Question 1

what two theories have been proposed linking to virtual relationships?

Answer 1

reduced cues theory
hyper-personal model

Question 2

who introduced the reduced cues theory?

Answer 2

sproull and kiesler (1986)

Question 3

what is the reduced cues theory?

Answer 3

it was suggested that CMC relationships are less effective due to the lack of non-verbal cues.

Question 4

what are non-verbal cues?

Answer 4

physical appearance and our emotional responses.

Question 5

why are these cues important?

Answer 5

there are important because we rely on these cues and if there is a lack of cues, it can lead to de-individuation.

Question 6

who introduced the hyper personal model?

Answer 6

walther (1996 and 2011)

Question 7

what is the hyper personal model?

Answer 7

this suggests that early self-disclosure and cmc relationships can develop quickly because they become more personal compared to ftf interactions.

Question 8

feature one

Answer 8

the sender can be selective about what and how they can present themselves when self-disclosing e.g., presenting yourself as more positive light.

Question 9

feature 2

Answer 9

the receiver will gain a positive impression of the sender which can lead to the reinforcement for the sender’s selective self-presentation

Question 10

what was another factor that promotes virtual relationships?

Answer 10

anonymity

Question 11

what is a gate?

Answer 11

any feature/ obstacle that could interfere with the development of a ftf relationship

Question 12

what are the benefits of gating?

Answer 12

gates are absent
refocus attention on self-disclosure
more freedom

Question 13

what is the drawback of gating?

Answer 13

a person can make an untrue identity and deceive and manipulate others