Research view

Title: Towards a method for assessing social support systems
Author: Henderson S, Byrne D.
Abstract:
Man is committed by his biological and cultural evolution to a social existence. While the social environment is the source of many stressors, it may also be protective. This latter function is called 'support'. Social bonds are to be found universally, b
Journal: Ment Health Soc. 1977;4(3-4):163-70