E-ISSN : 2733-4538
An attempt, based on the subjective reasons for self-disclosure, was made to analyze functions of self-disclosure. 122 college students described self-disclosure experiences in their close relationships. Obtained data were analyzed by content and correspondence analysis. Results revealed that prototypically, (1) people disclosure their personal difficulties and negative emotions, in closed boundary context, because of distress and bitterness, (2) after self-disclosure, there was not only a sense of relief but also a sense of regret and insecurity, but, (3) after receiving others' self-disclosure, there was an intention of help and a feeling of closeness or companion, (4) seif-disclosure made relationships more authentic, and (5) according to type of relationships, there were many differences in functions of self-disclosure. Finally, implications for future study were discussed in the light of the present results.