Managing & Coping with Stress (AQA A-Level Psychology): Flashcards
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Definition of social support
Definition of social support
Assistance people seek from social networks when dealing with stress
Instrumental support
Instrumental support
Practical, tangible assistance that helps solve problems
Emotional support
Emotional support
Warmth, concern, affection & empathy during difficult times
Esteem support
Esteem support
Reinforcing belief in one's own capabilities and worth
Cohen et al.: % protective effect from hugs
Cohen et al.: % protective effect from hugs
Up to one-third of social support's protective effect
Fawzy et al.: support group outcome after 6 years
Fawzy et al.: support group outcome after 6 years
Better NK cells & more likely alive/cancer-free
Gender difference in social support use
Gender difference in social support use
Women seek, use & provide more than men, esp. emotional support
Why Asian-Americans use social support less
Why Asian-Americans use social support less
Concerned about disrupting community harmony
Buffering hypothesis
Buffering hypothesis
Social support creates psychological distance from stressors
When social support can backfire
When social support can backfire
When imposed rather than requested, increases anxiety