Applied Sciences SPC 3210-Weekly Assignment 2

 Read Chapter 8 and Chapter 9.

Answer the following questions separately, using textbook theories and examples from chapters. 

1. What is the relationship between social penetration theory and social exchange theory? Why has Griffin included both theories in the same chapter? 

2. Discuss the difference and relationship between the depth and breadth of self-disclosure. 

3. Think back on your initial encounters with your roommate, romantic partner, or friend. What strategy or strategies were employed to reduce uncertainty? Were there elements about the individual and the context of your meeting that motivated your quest to reduce uncertainty? 

4.  Indicate three predictions that you can make about intercultural encounters based upon uncertainty reduction theory. Support your predictions by referring to basic axioms.