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... > social science subjects > psychology > social psychology > interpersonal relationships > human relationships > creating and maintaining closeness > nature of social support
... > social science subjects > sociology > social interaction > human relationships > creating and maintaining closeness > nature of social support
... > social science subjects > sociology > social theory > micro-interactionist theory > social interaction > human relationships > creating and maintaining closeness > nature of social support

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nature of social support  

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  • Social support is a term that is understood by most people, but what is meant by it? Often it means that others understand a person's feelings or that someone seems caring or encouraging in times of trouble. Sometimes people use the term to refer to help with tasks when overburdened at home or work. [Source: Encyclopedia of Human Relationships; Social Support, Nature of]

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