State weather this experience confirms the assumptions of Communication Privacy Management Theory Principle and provide reason:
3. In my own experience, I have seen this principle play out in a WhatsApp group chat where a member shared a personal story about a difficult situation they were going through. Initially, the group members responded with support and empathy, but over time, the information shared started to be discussed and shared with others outside of the group.
This experience confirms the assumptions of Communication Privacy Management Theory Principle because it demonstrates how individuals in a group setting navigate the boundaries of privacy and information sharing. According to the theory, individuals engage in a process of boundary coordination where they make decisions about what information to share and with whom, in order to maintain a sense of control over their personal information.
In this case, the individual who shared their personal story in the WhatsApp group likely expected that the information would be kept within the group and that the group members would respect their privacy. However, as the information was discussed and shared outside of the group, it violated the original boundaries set by the individual. This highlights how group dynamics and interpersonal relationships can impact the management of private information, leading to potential breaches of privacy.
Overall, this experience underscores the importance of considering the principles of Communication Privacy Management Theory in group settings, as individuals must navigate the balance between sharing personal information and protecting their privacy. In this case, the breach of privacy serves as a clear example of how individuals' boundaries can be crossed in group communication contexts.