Discuss Core principles of communication privacy management referring to experience with WhatsApp groups and provide practical example for each principles from owb experiences.
5. When these boundaries aren't effectively controlled or adhered to, boundary turbulence results
One core principle of communication privacy management (CPM) is the idea of individuals having control over their own private information. This means that individuals should have the autonomy to decide what information they share with others and how it is shared. In the context of WhatsApp groups, this principle can be seen in the group settings where members have the ability to control who can add them to a group, who can see their profile picture, and who can view their "last seen" status.
For example, in my own experience with WhatsApp groups, I have seen instances where members have become upset or felt invaded when their privacy boundaries were not respected. For instance, a member may have felt uncomfortable when another member shared a screenshot of their personal chat without their permission, violating their control over their private information.
Another core principle of CPM is the idea of co-ownership of private information within relationships. This means that individuals in a relationship should jointly decide how to manage their shared private information and communicate openly about their boundaries. In WhatsApp groups, this principle can be applied when discussing what information is appropriate to share with the group and what should be kept private.
For example, I have been part of WhatsApp groups where members have openly communicated about their boundaries regarding sharing personal information. In one group, we agreed to keep discussions within the group confidential and not share outside of the group without permission from all members involved. This open communication about privacy boundaries helped to prevent boundary turbulence and maintain a sense of trust within the group.
Overall, by adhering to the core principles of CPM such as individual control over private information and open communication about boundaries, WhatsApp groups can create a safe and respectful environment for all members. When these boundaries are not effectively controlled or adhered to, boundary turbulence can result in conflicts and breaches of trust among group members.