Trusting strangers: The benefits of reciprocal self‐disclosure during online computer‐mediated communication and mediating role of interpersonal liking
Qiong Chen,
Qianqian Zhang,
Siping Zhao
et al.
Abstract:Reciprocal self‐disclosure has reportedly been associated with increased interpersonal trust. However, existing research mainly focuses on online disclosure between acquaintances and overlooks the types of reciprocal disclosure, especially in the initial interactions between strangers communicating online. This study aimed to investigate how three types of reciprocal self‐disclosure (turn‐taking reciprocity, extended reciprocity and non‐reciprocity) contribute to trust and the mechanism of positive interperson… Show more
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