All of the following are reasons a highly anxious person might self-disclose at a more moderate rate, except …
A) they are concerned with self-protection
B) the anxiety they overcome to self-disclose attaches added value to their self-disclosures
C) they typically have more embarrassing self-disclosures than those with low anxiety
D) they fear rejection

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The other three choices are commonly cited reasons why highly anxious individuals may self-disclose at a more moderate rate. However, having more embarrassing self-disclosures is not a typical reason why they may do so. In fact, they may be more likely to disclose embarrassing information due to their anxiety about being judged or rejected.

All of the Following Are Reasons a Highly Anxious Person