Different methods of single-session disclosure: What works for whom?

Authors: Cohen, Jay L.1; Sander, Lindsay M.1; Slavin, Olga M.1; Lumley, Mark A.1

Source: British Journal of Health Psychology, Volume 13, Number 1, February 2008 , pp. 23-26(4)

Publisher: British Psychological Society

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Abstract:

ObjectiveExamine distress, emotional approach coping, and attachment as moderators of effects of written (WED) versus interpersonal (IED) emotional disclosure and written time management (WTM).

Design/MethodsFifty-seven undergraduates with stressful experiences randomized to a single session of WED, IED, or WTM. Assessment of immediate reaction (NA) and 6-week follow-up (intrusions/avoidance).

ResultsThose with higher baseline distress had increased NA, avoidance and intrusions when engaged in WED or IED (vs. WTM). For emotional processors, WED (vs. IED) produced less NA, avoidance, and intrusions. Attachment predicted increased NA in WTM.

ConclusionsBaseline distress and personality characteristics form boundary conditions for written disclosure.

Document Type: Research article

DOI: 10.1348/135910707X250901

Affiliations: 1: Wayne State University, Detroit, Michigan, USA

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