Researchers try to identify which types of social supports provide the most benefit for individuals experiencing specific events. They have found that both informational and emotional supports are effective for different people in different situations
Generally, what appears to matter in terms of support is
a. the match between what an individual wants and what the individual gets.
b. that the individual accepts and benefits from whatever support is offered.
c. almost always informational support; emotional support is not critical to recovery.
d. almost always emotional support; informational support is not critical to recovery.
Answer: a. the match between what the individual wants and what the individual gets.
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