A professor may share information about his experiences as an undergraduate with his students. If done in a positive way, this type of self-disclosure may
A) make him seem more important in students' eyes.
B) reveal secrets that no longer matter since the people involved live far away.
C) help students deal with current issues in their lives.
D) use the students as sounding boards for the professor's problems.

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When a professor shares positive experiences from his undergraduate life, it may help current students deal with their current issues. This kind of self-disclosure builds trust between professor and students, which can be beneficial in a setting where students may require some guidance from their professor.

A Professor May Share Information About His Experiences as an Undergraduate