self-disclosure, communications homework help

Self-disclosure
is a crucial element of building trust and becoming close to
others. However, do we gain the same benefits when we do so
online? In this assignment, you will first watch this lecture by
Psychologist Sherry Turkle: Connected, but alone?

Then, you will relate some key points
from that video to what Bevan and Sole (2014), had to say about the
importance of self-disclosure in relationship formation and
psychological health discussed in Chapter 7. You will discuss the
importance of disclosing information and some of the general concerns
Turkle raises about being both “connected” and “isolated” in our
computer-mediated communication.

Prepare: To prepare for this discussion post, you must do the following:

• Watch the video Connected, but alone.
• Read Chapter 7 in the course text. Focus especially on section 7.4.
• Based on what you’ve learned in these
  readings and videos, consider the importance self-disclosure in
  connecting with others and psychological health.
• Read the writing prompt below in its entirety. Notice that there are three tasks to complete:
  • Define self-disclosure and explain its importance.
  • Think about how computer mediated communication has influenced patterns of self-disclosure and connecting with others.
  • Make connections between the themes of computer-mediated communication (CMC), isolation, and psychological health.
• Review the grading rubric.

Reflect:

Take time to reflect on the role of self-disclosure in the formation

and sustenance of relationships. Consider when it is appropriate and

how this can change over time or in various contexts.

Write: Based

on what you have learned in Chapter 7 of Bevan and Sole (2014) and the

video by Sherry Turkle (2012), address the following:

• What is self-disclosure and how does it allow us to form bonds with others and become more self-aware?
• How has computer-mediated communication (and
  social media specifically) influenced patterns of self-disclosure and
  connecting with others?
• Why is self-disclosure and “connecting” with others important in psychological health?

Thoroughly address all three elements of this
prompt by writing at least two to three sentences on each element. Use
the course readings at least once to help you make your points.
Consider copying and pasting these tasks into a word file and
addressing each of them separately.

Your initial response should be 200 to 300 words in length and is due by Thursday.