Date of Award
8-2002
Degree Name
Master of Arts
Department
Sociology
First Advisor
Dr. Timothy Diamond
Second Advisor
Dr. David Hartmann
Third Advisor
Dr. Paul Wienir
Access Setting
Masters Thesis-Campus Only
Abstract
This study is an exploration to determine if segmentation of self-disclosures exists in male same-sex friendships. Using data from 10 semi-structured interviews with male graduate students and professors from a large Midwest university, I examined the reports of self-disclosure these men have in their same-sex friendships. The participants responded to global and specific questions about specific aspects of the self-disclosure process that occurred in their friendships. Patterns of self-disclosure emerged through content analysis of each interview. Findings indicate that these individuals segment disclosures between their friends. Findings also demonstrate the need for researchers to sum self-disclosure scores to all best friends when claiming how disclosing an individual is to his same-sex friends.
Recommended Citation
Bower, Timothy D., "Self-Disclosure in Male Friendships: Exploring Possibilities" (2002). Masters Theses. 3557.
https://scholarworks.wmich.edu/masters_theses/3557