[SOLVED] Write a 2-3 page paper about a situation from an episode or movie where “disclosing information” is presented
Im trying to learn for my Communications class and Im stuck. Can you help?
Below are my personal notes from class on disclosing information
Self-disclosure: occurs when people choose to tell others personal information about themselves
*johari window*
Reasons for disclosing
-cultivate intimacy
-obtain help/support
-build trust
-establish reciprocity
Reasons for not
-protect face
-avoid vulnerability
-preserve the relationship
-no possibility of help or support
3 patterns of disclosure in relationships
Gradual
Spike
Click
Keeping secrets
-elevates health risks
-makes the target information at the front of or minds
-can protect or harm others
Guidelines for effective self disclosure
- weigh the rewards vs costs
- Select the right time
- When using tech assume that your actual audience is large and your disclosures are permanant