Self disclosure Lesson 2

Question 1

define self disclosure

Answer 1

the revealing of personal information, such as thoughts, feelings and experiences to another person

Question 2

explain social penetration theory

Answer 2

created by Altman and Taylor
by gradually revealing emotions and experiences to their partner, couples gain a greater sense of understanding and trust
therefore self disclosure increases attraction

Question 3

how much info is released at the beginning of a relationship

Answer 3

people only disclose superficial details about themselves, such as hobbies and interests

Question 4

what happens if you self disclose too quick

Answer 4

attraction reduces

Question 5

define reciprocal self disclosure

Answer 5

when people expect the same level of self disclosure from other people as they give themselves

Question 6

+ evaluation of self disclosure

Answer 6

+ self disclosure on the first date is inappropriate - the person self disclosing is maladjusted
+Tal-or analysis of tv shows like big brother showed the public prefer ppl who self disclose slowly
+Kito found that japanese and american students in romantic relationships had high levels of self disclosure

Question 7

• eval of self disclosure

Answer 7

• sprecher found that the level of self disclosure received is the best prediction of love rather than how much is given
• attraction to a partner can’t be fully based on self disclousre, other factors such as looks and attitudes are also factors