Reciprocal self-disclosure
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Reciprocal self-disclosure, also known as disclosure reciprocity, is a social communication process where one person's sharing of personal information prompts the other person to reveal similar levels of personal details. This mutual exchange of personal thoughts, feelings, and experiences plays a critical role in building trust, intimacy, and interpersonal liking during initial encounters and ongoing relationships. It is a foundational concept in social psychology, particularly within social penetration theory and social exchange theory.
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Reciprocal self-disclosure generally improves early romantic connection.
“whenever there are routes to go for a little bit more disclosure, I usually advise that that people go for will pay off on average”
Open the episode · Science of Attraction, Compatibility & Romance | Dr. Paul EastwickListen at 1:26:31
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