Ironically, when an isolated communicator's sense of self-efficacy increases due to successful mediated communication, he or she is likely to increase the amount of time spent in mediated communication and become more isolated.

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This phenomenon is known as the "social compensation hypothesis," which suggests that individuals who feel less competent in face-to-face communication may overcompensate by spending more time in mediated communication, leading to increased social isolation.

Ironically, When an Isolated Communicator's Sense of Self-Efficacy Increases Due