dc.rights.license | CC-BY-NC-ND | |
dc.contributor.advisor | Frijns, tom | |
dc.contributor.author | Linders, M. | |
dc.date.accessioned | 2019-09-19T17:00:57Z | |
dc.date.available | 2019-09-19T17:00:57Z | |
dc.date.issued | 2019 | |
dc.identifier.uri | https://studenttheses.uu.nl/handle/20.500.12932/34227 | |
dc.description.abstract | Almost everyone uses instant messaging apps these days. But what are its effects on human
connection in friendships? Previous research found that the role of self-disclosure is
important in this process. The first objective of this thesis was to test the internet enhanced
self-disclosure theory. This theory states that the stimulating effect of instant messaging on
friendship quality is mediated by online self-disclosure. The second objective of this thesis
was to re-test the multiple mediator model that states that online self-disclosure stimulates
offline self-disclosure and thereby improves the quality of friendships. I found evidence for
both these theories. Furthermore, I explored the influence of age and extraversion on online
and offline self-disclosure behavior. I found evidence in line with past research: younger
participants disclose more easily online in comparison to older participants. A suggestion for
further research is to test the internet enhanced self-disclosure theory and the multiple
mediator model in different age groups. | |
dc.description.sponsorship | Utrecht University | |
dc.format.extent | 450425 | |
dc.format.mimetype | application/pdf | |
dc.language.iso | en | |
dc.title | Human Connection in the Digital Age:
Can Individuals Feel Seen, Heard and Valued via Messaging Apps? | |
dc.type.content | Master Thesis | |
dc.rights.accessrights | Open Access | |
dc.subject.courseuu | Social, Health and Organisational Psychology | |