social support
nounUK /ˈsəʊ.ʃəl səˈpɔːt/
US /ˈsoʊ.ʃəl səˈpɔːrt/
Help and kindness from friends, family, or other people when you need it.
After moving to a new school, Maya found social support from her classmates who showed her around.
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2. The practical or emotional aid provided by a person's social network, studied in psychology and public health.
Researchers found that strong social support lowers stress and improves recovery from illness.
3. In sociology, the resources and emotional backing a person receives through relationships with others.
The study examined how social support affects well-being among older adults.
4. Assistance given by a community or organization to people in need.
The charity offers social support to families facing hard times.