Types of Social Support
What is social support?
Extra 50pts - Name the four types of social support
The help provided by family, friends, groups, or communities.
Emotional, Tangible, Esteem/social needs, informational
Provide an example of social support.
Ex. Hanging out with a friend when they're sad, playing games, listening to family members, etc.
How can Social Support improve physical health?
Ex. Relieves stress, takes away burdens/weights, improves energy, etc.
How can you attend to your existing relationships?
Ex. Reach out to friends and family, make them a priority even when life is busy, etc.
Who will play in the Superbowl this year?
Chiefs vs. 49ers
What is Emotional Support?
Help managing emotions, such as stress, anger or depression. Listening to problems and showing empathy.
Provide an example of Emotional Support.
Offering empathy, acknowledges and validates your feelings, a "listening ear"
How can Social Support improve feelings of security?
Ex. Being able to confide in someone about problems, having access to resources and information, etc.
How can your increase your community involvement?
Ex. Participate in hobby groups, volunteer, attend religious groups, etc.
What is the world record amount of hotdogs eaten in 10mins?
76
What is tangible support?
Help with practical problems.
Provide an example of Tangible Support.
Ex. Financial assistance, providing a ride to school, help with childcare, etc.
How can Social Support improve self-esteem?
Ex. Feelings like you belong among others, feelings heard and acknowledged, etc.
How can support groups be helpful in building your social support network?
ABle to connect to others who are dealing with similar problems or life experiences. It can also be rewarding to share your own story and provide support to others.
What year was the first iPad released?
Extra 100 if you can guess the exact date
2010
January 27th
What is Informational Support?
Providing information that helps to solve a problem or overcome a challenge. Advice or information about helpful resources.
Provide an example of informational support.
Offering advice and knowledge, helps you problem solve
How can Social Support improve mental well-being?
Ex. Being able to let out frustrations and receive advice or help from others can relieve stress from the mind and allow the individual to feel less burdened and more free.
How can you use professional support?
Ex. Make appointments with doctors, therapists, social workers, other professionals to help you to solve problems that are too difficult to take on alone.
In the Spongebob Squarepants movie, what do Spongebob and Patrick use to drown their sorrows?
Extra 200 if you can guess the exact name
Icecream
Triple Gooberberry Sunrise
What are esteem support?
Fulfillment of basic social needs such as love, belonging, and connectedness. Provides a feeling og security and contentment.
Provide an example of Esteem support.
offering words of affirmation, pointing out positive attributes and successes, celebrating your accomplishments.
How can Social Support increase life satisfaction?
Ex. Feelings of belongingness, less stress, more friends, etc.
Provide a new way to find social support
Ex. Attending school clubs, make new friends in school, open up to family members, etc.
What was the score of the Lakers vs. Warriors game on Saturday?
145-144 Lakers