Pat's friends tell him that he self-discloses too much information too soon. Define social penetration theory and advise Pat regarding when it might be appropriate to self-disclose
What will be an ideal response?
Social penetration theory explains that we develop intimate relationships with
others when we disclose a wide breadth of topics in an in-depth manner. Pat may ask
himself the following questions: Am I planning to disclose an appropriate amount of
information? Am I planning to disclose an appropriate type of information? Will I be
embarrassed if my disclosure is communicated to others? Can I effectively and
appropriately deal with my disclosure if it is not reciprocated? Will my disclosure place
an unfair burden on my partner?
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a. responding. b. hearing. c. writing. d. interpreting.
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A. hostile audience B. selective listener C. target audience D. conversion group