When times are tough, whom can you count on to have your back? Do you turn to your best friend because they provide great encouragement or a trusted Family member who always offers a safe space? If so ...

Social support can be viewed in various ways and is generally referred to as emotional and/or physical help, assistance, or comfort that is received or given from social networks including, but not ...

Social support is a critical aspect of resilience in adapting to both large- and small-scale disruptions. How does social support of different types and from different sources explain people’s ...

With decades of research showcasing the health benefits of a support network, it is clear that social support given to individuals improves their health. Multiple studies show that social support ...

Social media use can be harmful. The effects are troubling and well-documented, from tragic stories of adolescent life lost to academic research on the psychological harm such platforms can cause, ...

Like many people, in terms of socializing, I prioritize making time for my closest friends and family. When it comes to reaching out to people I don’t know as well, I have a harder time and often find ...

Timely replies and human-centered support on social media aren't optional anymore – they're expected. Here’s what brands need to know to get it right. Every tweet, direct message, and comment holds ...