Self-censorship is far worse when you're forced to use your real identity online. Then you have crazies online who might start cyberstalking, sending things to

Self-censorship is far worse when you're forced to use your real identity online. Then you have crazies online who might start cyberstalking, sending things to your family and friends, trying to get you fired from your job, etc. Personas have limitations but the social cooling from real-life repercussions is far greater.