Self-disclosure is sharing information with others. By sharing information, we become more intimate with other people and our interpersonal relationship is strengthened. When you share information with somebody self-disclosure involves risk. It is way of gaining information about another person. Self-disclosure is one way to learn about how another person thinks and feels.
Mutual disclosure deepens trust in the relationships and helps both people understand each other more. And you feel better about yourself and your relationship when other person accepts what you tell them. There are several advantages and also risks. One risk is person willn't respond favorably to the information. Another risk is that the other person will gain power in the relationship because of the information they possess.
Too much self-disclosure that comes too early relationship can damage the relationship. It is important to know that self-disclosure doesn't involve dumping everything about yourself on everyone from close friends to complete strangers. When speaking to groups, it's always good to share a little about yourself as a person.
Self-disclosure can improve intimacy, face to face communication, even improve public speaking and connecting with groups. Many questions about how people decide to disclose or remain private and helps us better understand the process within romantic relationships, marriage, and families.
