Self-disclosure flexibility has been associated with social perceptiveness and empathy. This study tested the generalizability of the social perceptiveness hypothesis to in-vivo interactions. Findings indicated that greater flexibility is associated with higher levels of empathy and interpersonal attraction in structured settings. (Author/RC)

A study of college students showed the subject's own level of disclosure had an impact on perceptions of males and females moderately high and moderately low in disclosure. Those more similar were viewed to be better adjusted and more likable. Subject's sex role orientation had no effect on perceptions. (Author)