Please remember to read the chapter sections fully from the textbook first, and follow the instructions for each question carefully for each reading before submitting your responses. Please include the highlighted terms and concepts mentioned in question from the chapter to demonstrate that you have read the chapter and understand the concepts.

Ch. 6: Interpersonal Communication

Instructions: Please read the instructions carefully and answer the following prompt.

First, read Chapter 6.4: Self-Disclosure and Interpersonal

• Online Chapter link:
  • https://open.lib.umn.edu/communication/chapter/6-4-self-disclosure-and-interpersonal-communication/
    https://open.lib.umn.edu/communication/chapter/4-1… an external site.)

Format: In a separate paragraph, answer BOTH questions. Answer each question in 100-125 words. Responses should demonstrate understanding of the reading and refer to relevant concepts from the chapters to explain your responses.

1. Answer the questions from the beginning of the section: Have you ever said too much on a first date? At a job interview? To a professor? Have you ever posted something on Facebook only to return later to remove it? If you answered yes to any of the questions, what have you learned in this chapter that may have led you to do something differently?
2. Have you experienced negative results due to self-disclosure (as sender or receiver)? If so, what could have been altered in the decisions of what, where, when, or how to disclose that may have improved the situation? Under what circumstances is it OK to share information that someone has disclosed to you? Under what circumstances is it not OK to share the information?

Research: If any research from online or other sources is used to answer any question, please post the link to these sources.

Grading: Grading is based on the quality of responses, whether they follow assignment instructions and guidelines, and show engagement with the textbook reading. Grading is not based solely on the completion of the assignment.

Mechanics: Please check and revise the response for correct spelling, grammar, punctuation, capitalization, and word choice before posting the final response.

*Only one response is permitted.

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