Significance of Social Support
Social support, according to various disciplines, refers to assistance, encouragement, and resources from social networks, including family, friends, and communities. It acts as a buffer against stress, promoting emotional resilience, mental well-being, and longevity. Studies show that social support impacts various health outcomes, including mental health, adherence to treatment, and overall quality of life. It is especially important during challenging times, such as illness, trauma, pregnancy, and addiction recovery, and also for specific groups like the elderly, adolescents, and caregivers.
Synonyms: Emotional support, Community assistance, Social assistance, Peer support, Interpersonal support, Social care, Social network support., Assistance, Help, Aid, Backing, Encouragement, Guidance, Relief, Comfort
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Hindu concept of 'Social Support'
In Hinduism, social support encompasses assistance from relationships, community engagement, and cultural connections. It fosters resilience, buffers stress, and aids rehabilitation by incorporating principles like *sadvritta*, contributing to overall well-being and longevity.
From: Journal of Ayurveda and Integrated Medical Sciences
(1) This is a factor that is related to income and marital status and is also related to cancer-related distress, and is explored as it relates to the patient's experience.[1] (2) Building and maintaining good relationships and engaging in community activities support and resilience, and this can be considered a part of mental health practices.[2] (3) This refers to the assistance and care received from others, which can act as a buffer against stress, and its role is explored in the context of female doctors.[3] (4) Studies show that developing psychological resources as Internal control, self-esteem, optimism and coping strategies of acceptance, and seeking emotional support on the one hand and social contacts on the other conjointly moderate the negative effect of stress on life satisfaction.[4]
From: International Research Journal of Ayurveda and Yoga
(1) In Ayurveda, hitayu emphasizes the importance of social health, recognizing that strong these, positive relationships, and cultural connections are crucial for emotional resilience, mental well-being, and longevity.[5] (2) Crucial in rehabilitation, where the sadvritta principles have to be incorporated.[6]
The concept of Social Support in scientific sources
Social Support encompasses aid from networks like family and community, impacting well-being, mental health, learning, stress, and behavior change across various demographics and situations.
From: International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health (MDPI)
(1) Social support mediates the relationship between body image distress and depressive symptoms in prostate cancer patients, according to research.[7] (2) Social support is the assistance and care individuals receive from their social networks, and it is a component of social capital that can positively impact health.[8] (3) The social support perceived by students is highlighted from the perspective of a positive psychological climate in PE classes, and is an important protective factor.[9] (4) Social support from a pet dog can have positive effects on motivation for physical activity, similar to family and friends, which makes them particularly motivating.[10] (5) Social support is normally rendered through face-to-face interactions, but during physical isolation, many residents became reliant on social media as an attempt to compensate for a loss of social support.[11]
From: Sustainability Journal (MDPI)
(1) Social support, including peer relationships, can positively influence student engagement, particularly for female students, and this support is a crucial factor in student engagement.[12] (2) The Importance of Social Support and Communities of Practice for farmer perceptions of the challenges and opportunities of integrated Crop–Livestock Systems on Organically Managed Farms in the Northern U.S was determined.[13] (3) Indicates the resources available to individuals from others, playing a crucial role in enhancing their psychological and social functioning, particularly during stressful situations.[14] (4) Decreasing social support is a consequence of the difficulty in achieving social relationships and networks in urban areas due to distances and surroundings.[15] (5) Social support and resilience play a role in mitigating negative side effects of innovation project terminations, influencing the ability to cope with challenges.[16]
From: African Journal of Primary Health Care and Family Medicine
(1) Social support and clinical improvement were observed in COVID-19 positive patients in China, indicating the importance of social connections.[17] (2) Social support, as discussed in the text, refers to the assistance and encouragement that diabetic patients receive from family, friends, and community members, which can positively influence their adherence to treatment and self-management practices.[18] (3) A lack of social support may contribute to injury reoccurrence, rehospitalisation and higher personal and societal health care costs, suggesting that social support is important for recovery, and the social support from caregivers can help patients reach their recovery goals after experiencing long bone fractures.[19] (4) Adolescents rely on this to manage their condition, and a lack of parental support is associated with uncontrolled versions of the condition.[20] (5) This encompasses the assistance and encouragement provided to students, especially those from rural backgrounds, to help them navigate the challenges of university life, which is a key element of the Umthombo Youth Development Foundation's approach.[21]
From: South African Family Practice
(1) The availability of social support networks and finances are factors to be taken into account when choosing the most appropriate care setting.[22] (2) It has been reported that the top stressors for undergraduate students are perceived lack of this, depression and concerns regarding the completion of clinical work.[23] (3) Individual, psychological and behavioural factors have been identified as barriers to adherence, including lack of social support.[24] (4) Initiatives that provide this to patients suspected of active tuberculosis are included in the recommendations of the World Health Organization, in high-burden settings.[25] (5) This in any form has been found to have a positive effect on the overall health status of the caregiver, indicating its importance in their well-being.[26]
From: The Malaysian Journal of Medical Sciences
(1) This is a factor that is considered in the context of its ability to predict depressive symptoms in older adults, along with exercise, mood, and self-efficacy.[27] (2) This is the assistance and encouragement received from others, and a lack of this can be a stressor for people who have survived chronic lifethreatening illnesses, potentially impacting their well-being.[28] (3) This refers to the assistance and encouragement received from others, and the text suggests that it is a factor that may influence stress levels.[29] (4) Social support has a relationship with stress, and is the subject of research on the buffering hypothesis to determine how it impacts behavior.[30] (5) The presence of someone to look after women during the confinement period, with husbands and mothers being the main sources of support, which is important for their well-being.[31]
From: Journal of Public Health in Africa
(1) Social support from husband and family is one of the many factors thought to influence the occurrence of postpartum depression, highlighting the importance of external support systems.[32] (2) This describes the assistance and resources available to families dealing with severe mental disorders, and its absence can contribute to a sense of helplessness and burden.[33] (3) This refers to the assistance and care provided by others, which has an impact on parents' stress levels and the risk of violence against children, according to the research.[34] (4) The variable social support is divided into two categories according to the median score: strong support/weak support.[35] (5) This can be increased through the implementation of service models, providing a network of assistance and care for individuals.[36]
From: South African Journal of Physiotherapy
(1) It is important in the management of any chronic disease, and diabetes self-care is more effective when using a family-centered or church-based approach.[37] (2) This is a psycho-social factor that was measured in the study, and it refers to the level of support that patients receive from their social networks, which may influence their health outcomes.[38] (3) This refers to the network of friends, family, and community resources that provide emotional and practical assistance, which influences students' placement choices.[39] (4) This encompasses the assistance and resources that people receive from their social networks, which can influence their health and well-being.[40] (5) Encouragement and social support are also enablers of community reintegration, with many participants expressing encouragement from family members and society, as well as financial and family support.[41]
From: South African Journal of HIV Medicine
(1) Family-centred interventions should be prioritised in promoting the health-related quality of life of young adults living with perinatally acquired HIV in Botswana, as many still live in their parental homes.[42] (2) Both poverty and food insecurity have been related to poor adherence and an increased frequency of missed clinic visits.[43] (3) The assistance and encouragement provided by others, which can be important in helping adolescents manage their health.[44] (4) This is a psychosocial intervention used to support retention within opioid substitution therapy programs, addressing the basic needs of individuals.[45] (5) This is a form of support that should be provided to exposed HCWs who are using PEP.[46]
From: Asian Journal of Pharmaceutics
(1) Engaging other patients with similar therapy together for this, and arranging a home visit to overcome problems.[47] (2) It involves seeking assistance and connection from others, helping medical workers avoid errors and improve treatment methods.[48] (3) This can positively influence health outcomes, and is often provided by marriage.[49] (4) A relationship was confirmed between life satisfaction and the variables of self-concept, self-esteem, and social support.[50] (5) Assistance from family, friends, and community, which, along with drugs and medical support, helps patients live independently.[51]
From: Journal of Metabolic Health
(1) This is the assistance and encouragement from friends and family, which the study identified as an important variable associated with adherence.[52] (2) These patients lack the tools and support to halt or reverse their disease, and a survey of more than 2000 members of an online, low-carbohydrate support group found positive health outcomes for participants, such as decreased body weight and an improved lipid profile.[53] (3) Social support is provided by yoga, improving attitudes related to health and lifestyle, and is a factor that indirectly helps those with type 2 DM.[54]
From: International Journal of Pharmacology
(1) R.H.F. Margolis, S. Dababnah, P. Sacco, B. Jones-Harden, M.E. Bollinger, A. Butz and M.H. Bellin researched caregiver related topics.[55] (2) The emotional and practical assistance received by patients, which could impact their quality of life, similar to educational background and nursing care.[56]
From: South African Journal of Psychiatry
(1) The study measured social support by asking participants how many people they have who would give them help and support if they have serious problems, and is considered a factor in the study.[57] (2) Women who had no social support had statistically significant higher prevalence of postnatal depression, which emphasizes the importance of social networks in mitigating mental health issues.[58] (3) Social support from family and the community, including teachers and peers, assist in buffering the negative impacts of conflict, strengthening these supports as a key rebuilding effort.[59] (4) Lower levels of this or single marital status are associated with sleep complaints. Elders with poorer health status or older age are more likely to have shorter or longer sleep duration.[60] (5) Emotional, informational, or instrumental assistance provided by others.[61]
From: Religions Journal (MDPI)
(1) The motivational model emphasizes the need for this element alongside institutional support, as failures of compassion cannot be rectified by individuals alone.[62] (2) Social support refers to the emotional, informational, and instrumental assistance provided by others, and religion has been linked to increased social support in individuals with ASD.[63] (3) It is the assistance available from others and its perception and use are studied in relation to attachment, loneliness, and university students' experiences.[64] (4) It contributes to the subjective well-being of Israeli Muslim parents of children with cancer, in addition to religious coping.[65] (5) Social support is a coping mechanism that can be provided by institutional religion, enabling people who profess the same faith to worship together and participate in religious committees, and is also utilized by many Filipinos to deal with negative life events.[66]
From: Religious Inquiries (Journal)
(1) Social support has a direct relationship with high self-confidence, optimism, and positive emotions, and play mediatory roles between being extrovert and self-confident.[67]
From: International Journal of Pharmacology
(1) Social support is identified as another important sociological function provided by religion.[68]