Social Networks and Social Support

Question 1

social integration

Answer 1

existence of social ties

Question 2

social networks

Answer 2

web of relationships surrounding the individual

Question 3

social support

Answer 3

an important function of social relationships

Question 4

social capital

Answer 4

describes certain resources and norms that arise from social networks

Question 5

Characteristics and Functions of Social Networks (13)

Answer 5

reciprocity
intensity of strength
complexity
formality
density
homogenity
geographic dispersion
directionality
social capital
social influences
social undermining
companionship
social support

Question 6

reciprocity

Answer 6

extent to which resources and support are both given and received in relationship

Question 7

intensity or strength

Answer 7

extent to which social relationships offer emotional closeness

Question 8

complexity

Answer 8

extent in which social relationships serve many functions

Question 9

formality

Answer 9

extent in which social relationships exist in the context of organizational or institutional roles

Question 10

density

Answer 10

extent to which network members know and interact with one another

Question 11

homogenity

Answer 11

extent in which network members are demographically similar

Question 12

geographic dispersion

Answer 12

extent in which network members live in close proximity to focal person

Question 13

directionality

Answer 13

extent in which members of the dyad share equal power and influence

Question 14

social capital

Answer 14

resources characterized by norms of reciprocity and social trust

Question 15

social influence

Answer 15

process by which thoughts and actions are charged by actions of others

Question 16

social undermining

Answer 16

process by which others express negative affect or criticism or hinder one’s attainment of goals

Question 17

companionship

Answer 17

sharing leisure or other activities with network members

Question 18

social support

Answer 18

aid and assistance exchanged through social relationships and interpersonal transactions

Question 19

Four types of Supportive Behaviors

Answer 19

emotional, instrumental, informational, appraisal

Question 20

emotional support

Answer 20

provision of empathy, love, trust, caring

Question 21

Instrumental support

Answer 21

provision of tangible aid and services that directly assist a person in need

Question 22

informational support

Answer 22

provision of advice, suggestions, and information to address problems

Question 23

appraisal support

Answer 23

provision of info that is useful for self evaluative purposes (Constructive feedback and affirmation)