Taking pen to hand: evaluating theories underlying the written disclosure paradigm.
In recent years the written disclosure paradigm has been related to improvements in
physical health in a number of populations. However, it still remains unclear why this
paradigm is effective. In this paper the literature on the written disclosure paradigm is
reviewed, and possible explanations for its beneficial effects are explored. It is concluded
that, although the paradigm may produce beneficial effects for some individuals, more
attention needs to be directed toward understanding why it works and for whom this …
physical health in a number of populations. However, it still remains unclear why this
paradigm is effective. In this paper the literature on the written disclosure paradigm is
reviewed, and possible explanations for its beneficial effects are explored. It is concluded
that, although the paradigm may produce beneficial effects for some individuals, more
attention needs to be directed toward understanding why it works and for whom this …
Abstract
In recent years the written disclosure paradigm has been related to improvements in physical health in a number of populations. However, it still remains unclear why this paradigm is effective. In this paper the literature on the written disclosure paradigm is reviewed, and possible explanations for its beneficial effects are explored. It is concluded that, although the paradigm may produce beneficial effects for some individuals, more attention needs to be directed toward understanding why it works and for whom this approach might be best suited. Methodological considerations for future research are also offered.(PsycInfo Database Record (c) 2021 APA, all rights reserved)
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