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What does the compensation hypothesis predict about the use of online communication by socially anxious individuals?
What does the compensation hypothesis predict about the use of online communication by socially anxious individuals?
- They will use online communication more frequently. (correct)
- They will only use social media for professional purposes.
- They will avoid online communication altogether.
- They will use online communication less frequently.
What is a possible mechanism through which self-disclosure can impact psychological well-being?
What is a possible mechanism through which self-disclosure can impact psychological well-being?
- Reduced social support
- Physical health deterioration
- Perceived connectedness (correct)
- Increased financial wealth
What does the enhancement hypothesis propose about socially competent individuals and social media?
What does the enhancement hypothesis propose about socially competent individuals and social media?
- They will have negative perceptions of social media.
- They will consider social media as additional venues for social interactions. (correct)
- They will only use social media for professional networking.
- They will avoid using social media for social interactions.
Which of the following is NOT a mechanism identified in the text that may account for the effects of self-disclosure on well-being?
Which of the following is NOT a mechanism identified in the text that may account for the effects of self-disclosure on well-being?
How do feelings of social connectedness impact well-being, according to the text?
How do feelings of social connectedness impact well-being, according to the text?
What is the main difference between the compensation hypothesis and the enhancement hypothesis regarding online communication use?
What is the main difference between the compensation hypothesis and the enhancement hypothesis regarding online communication use?
How can perceived social support on social media impact well-being?
How can perceived social support on social media impact well-being?
What is one of the predicted outcomes of enacted social support from self-disclosure on social media?
What is one of the predicted outcomes of enacted social support from self-disclosure on social media?
What type of disclosure is more likely to result in positive outcomes for individuals?
What type of disclosure is more likely to result in positive outcomes for individuals?
What is a potential motivation for self-disclosure on social media according to the text?
What is a potential motivation for self-disclosure on social media according to the text?
How can self-disclosure in social media affect distress levels according to the text?
How can self-disclosure in social media affect distress levels according to the text?
Which aspect of social media use is likely to lead to higher life satisfaction and positive emotions?
Which aspect of social media use is likely to lead to higher life satisfaction and positive emotions?
What is the main focus of the study mentioned in the text?
What is the main focus of the study mentioned in the text?
Which article investigates the effects of an individual's self-disclosure on a social network site?
Which article investigates the effects of an individual's self-disclosure on a social network site?
Which behavior predicts perceived social support according to one of the articles?
Which behavior predicts perceived social support according to one of the articles?
What is one determinant of an individual's self-disclosure according to the text?
What is one determinant of an individual's self-disclosure according to the text?
Which study discusses the relationships between loneliness, Facebook use, and adolescents' depressed mood?
Which study discusses the relationships between loneliness, Facebook use, and adolescents' depressed mood?
Which article explores the effects of the number of Facebook friends and self-presentation on subjective well-being?
Which article explores the effects of the number of Facebook friends and self-presentation on subjective well-being?
