On the Status and Contribution of Westin's and Altman's Theories of Privacy

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By this author: Margulis S.T.

Author: Margulis S.T.

Source: Journal of Social Issues, Volume 59, Number 2, July 2003 , pp. 411-429(19)

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Abstract:

This article reviews the status and contribution of Alan Westin's and Irwin Altman's theories of privacy. It summarizes, compares, contrasts, and critiques their theories of privacy and summarizes the theory and research that have been a consequence of their theories. It discusses the relationship between privacy and secrecy, an issue raised by Westin, and between privacy and the environment, an issue raised by Altman. Finally, the article considers possible contributions of social-psychological, cultural, and social-development factors to a more complete account of privacy.

Document Type: Research article

DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.1111/1540-4560.00071

Publication date: 2003-07-01