Support Networks
Mar 2025 · Publifye AS
Ebook
105
Pages
family_home
Eligible
info
reportRatings and reviews aren’t verified Learn More
About this ebook
Support Networks examines the vital role that relationships play in our ability to recover from adversity and enhance overall well-being. It explores how family, friendships, and group affiliations act as crucial buffers against stress and mental health challenges. The book emphasizes that recovery is rarely a solitary endeavor, but rather a process deeply connected to the relationships and communities we belong to. For instance, attachment theory helps explain how early childhood relationships can shape our later ability to form and maintain supportive bonds.
The book progresses by first establishing the core concepts of support networks, including emotional, informational, and instrumental support. It then delves into specific relationship categories, such as family and friendships, using case studies and empirical research to illustrate their unique contributions to recovery and psychological well-being.
A unique aspect of the book is its focus on the dynamic nature of these networks, acknowledging their evolution over time. Ultimately, Support Networks provides practical strategies for building and maintaining strong support systems, tailored to different life stages and circumstances, highlighting the importance of social support for mental health.
Rate this ebook
Tell us what you think.
Reading information
Smartphones and tablets
Install the Google Play Books app for Android and iPad/iPhone. It syncs automatically with your account and allows you to read online or offline wherever you are.
Laptops and computers
You can listen to audiobooks purchased on Google Play using your computer's web browser.
eReaders and other devices
To read on e-ink devices like Kobo eReaders, you'll need to download a file and transfer it to your device. Follow the detailed Help Center instructions to transfer the files to supported eReaders.
