Online Communication and Social Interaction Quiz

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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?

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?

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?

Isolation process (C) Signup and view all the answers

How do feelings of social connectedness impact well-being, according to the text?

They can have positive effects on well-being. (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the main difference between the compensation hypothesis and the enhancement hypothesis regarding online communication use?

Compensation hypothesis predicts avoidance of online communication, while enhancement hypothesis predicts frequent use. (A) Signup and view all the answers

How can perceived social support on social media impact well-being?

Improve psychological well-being (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is one of the predicted outcomes of enacted social support from self-disclosure on social media?

Higher self-esteem (A) Signup and view all the answers

What type of disclosure is more likely to result in positive outcomes for individuals?

Positive emotional disclosure (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is a potential motivation for self-disclosure on social media according to the text?

Maintaining interpersonal relationships (C) Signup and view all the answers

How can self-disclosure in social media affect distress levels according to the text?

Decrease distress levels (B) Signup and view all the answers

Which aspect of social media use is likely to lead to higher life satisfaction and positive emotions?

High-quality self-disclosure with positive intent (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the main focus of the study mentioned in the text?

The quality of disclosure and its well-being implications (B) Signup and view all the answers

Which article investigates the effects of an individual's self-disclosure on a social network site?

Huang H-Y: Examining the beneficial effects of individual's self-disclosure (A) Signup and view all the answers

Which behavior predicts perceived social support according to one of the articles?

Frequent interaction and fast feedback (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is one determinant of an individual's self-disclosure according to the text?

Instant information sharing behavior (A) Signup and view all the answers

Which study discusses the relationships between loneliness, Facebook use, and adolescents' depressed mood?

Frison E, Eggermont S: Relationships between loneliness and Facebook use (C) Signup and view all the answers

Which article explores the effects of the number of Facebook friends and self-presentation on subjective well-being?

Kim J, Lee J-ER: The Facebook paths to happiness (C) Signup and view all the answers