Psychologist explains causes and effects of oversharing

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Psychologist Ramón Schlemmbach explains the phenomenon of oversharing, which occurs when individuals share excessively detailed or personal information, often leading to subsequent feelings of shame and regret.

Schlemmbach notes that oversharing is frequently a coping strategy. It can function as an unconscious attempt to establish connections, particularly for those who may have felt unheard in childhood, or as a means to self-regulate and alleviate internal pressure by ‘talking things out.’

Problems typically arise when these disclosures occur with individuals without whom a foundation of trust has been established. The resulting shame often stems from a mismatch between the speaker's expectations and the listener's reaction, such as receiving awkward looks or withdrawal instead of empathy.

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Ramón Schlemmbach · Schwerin

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[● 2 SOURCES] Excessive sharing often leads to feelings of shame when the expected reaction is not received. www.kurierverlag.de · www.saarbruecker-zeitung.de
[● 2 SOURCES] Oversharing is typically used as a coping strategy. www.kurierverlag.de · www.saarbruecker-zeitung.de
[● 2 SOURCES] Oversharing can serve as a way to self-regulate and reduce internal pressure. www.kurierverlag.de · www.saarbruecker-zeitung.de
[● 2 SOURCES] Oversharing can be an unconscious attempt to create connection. www.kurierverlag.de · www.saarbruecker-zeitung.de