“…Experiments using writing techniques have shown that disclosing painful feelings or experiences is related to positive health outcomes, including increased immune functioning and decreased utilization of health services (Booth, Petrie & Pennebaker, 1997;Pennebaker, 1997;Pennbaker & Beall, 1986;Pennebaker, Kiecolt-Glaser, & Glaser, 1988;Rosenberg et al, 2002). In addition, studies focusing on disclosure in psychotherapy have shown positive effects (Farber et al, 2004;Farber, Berano, & Capobianco, 2006;, Kelly, Klusas, von Weiss, & Kenny, 2001). For instance, Farber et al (2004) found that the process of disclosing difficult information in therapy brought up initial feelings of shame, but ultimately led to feelings of relief and authenticity.…”