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Article Critique: Self-Disclosure, Gender, and Communication
Review the article entitled, "Can we talk?" and Section of our text titled "Biological Sex and Gender." Based on what you've learned in these readings, write a two-page paper (excluding title and reference pages) about your thoughts on this article. In your paper, be sure to address the following:
• Can you relate to this article on self-disclosure in relationships? If so, explain what specifically you could relate to and provide examples of your own experiences. If not, what has your experience been regarding self-disclosure in your intimate relationships?
• Do you agree that self-disclosure is important and directly related to satisfaction in relationships? Why or why not?
• What about gender differences? Remember, although research has found differences in gender communication, it has also found similarities. What kind of similarities between genders have you experienced?
• Lastly, remember that although research is based on generalizations, not everyone fits into these generalizations regarding gender. Do you feel like you fit into the generalizations?