Weve all been in uncomfortable social settings. Perhaps there are a few surface conversations going on, but nobody is really revealing very much about themselves and the entire event f filled with strained pleasantries.
Do you like this kind of social interaction? Many people dont.
Because there is a sense of anonymity in the online world of forums or message boards there is incredible growth in this medium.
The reasons are many, but the primary rationale has to do with the ability to interact in a very direct way coupled with a sense of privacy. Most forums provide a general conversation area, but the forum also has a specific purpose. You can find forums dedicated to a certain car brand, sports team or celebrity. You can find a forum that can help you repair products in your home or others that are dedicated to a variety of hobbies.
What cant be accomplished in strained social interaction can be in a purpose driven forum. Normally shy individuals seem at ease expressing their feelings through a forum. Most of these individuals find it difficult to interact in face-to-face settings, but there is a disconnect between a question on a screen and the...