From silence to connection: when and how to share - optimizing self-disclosure for socially anxious to foster likeability – A systematic review –
Keywords:
self-disclosure, likeability, social anxietyAbstract
Socially anxious fear social rejection and being negatively evaluated by others. Literature indicates that socially anxious individuals are often perceived as less likable by those around them, compared to their non-anxious counterparts. Nevertheless, there are strategies available to these individuals that may enhance their likability, with self-disclosure being one of the most notable. The present research aims to analyze studies focused on self-disclosure, providing significant insights into the conditions under which such disclosures can improve levels of likability. Identifying and addressing this aspect can offer clear and practical suggestions for socially anxious individuals, ultimately facilitating their acceptance and social integration.