1. Self Disclosure
Chapter 8

2. Self Disclosure Defined
“The DELIBERATE revealing of information about oneself that is both SIGNIFICANT and NOT GENERALLY KNOWN BY OTHERS.””

3. Models of Self Disclosure
“Social Penetration Model”
Depth and Breadth

4. Models of Self Disclosure
“Johari Window ” Model
Deals with your awareness of Self-Disclosure

5. Benefits / Risks of S.D. Benefits: Catharsis Self-Clarification
Self-Validation
Reciprocity

6. Benefits / Risks of S.D. Benefits: Impression Formation
Relationship Maintenance & Enhancement
Moral Obligation
Social Influence
Self Defense

7. Benefits / Risks of S.D. Risks: Avoid Hurt or Rejection
Negative Impression
Can Increase Stress Too

8. Benefits / Risks of S.D. Risks: Loss of Influence Loss of Control
Hurt the Other Person

9. SKILLS: Choices for Effective Self-Disclosure (on your own)
Use “I” Statements .