SELF-DISCLOSURE OVERVIEW OF WOMEN IN STARTING RELATIONSHIPS WITH MEN VIA BUMBLE APPLICATION DURING THE COVID-19 PANDEMIC

Abstract

Online dating apps are indeed one of the best choices for young people to find their soulmates, especially in the pandemic. 'Bumble' is one of the many dating applications that has the most active users in Indonesia. Many has overcome their boredom and loneliness through this dating application. In an effort to build a relationship with another person, one must have self disclosure to make progress and build a healthy relationship. This research will use the theory of self disclosure and interpersonal communication. This research will also use a qualitative approach with the objects that are self-disclosed and women who use Bumble. The processing of this research data comes from interviews, documentary and literature reviews. This research shows self-disclosure in Female will often happen immediately, but the female self disclosure also depends on how active and responsive their partner is. The depth of the relationship also depends on how fluent the conversation is, if the female feel comfortable then the relationship will last.