Definition: Support systems that provide assistance and encouragement to individuals with physical or emotional disabilities in order that they may better cope. Informal social support is usually provided by friends, relatives, or peers, while formal assistance is provided by churches, groups, etc.
human only; do not confuse entry term SOCIAL NETWORKS with SOCIAL NETWORKING
See AlsoSelf-Help Groups
Other names Psychosocial Support Systems; Systems, Psychosocial Support; System, Psychosocial Support; Support, Social; Support Systems, Psychosocial; Support System, Psychosocial; Social Network; Psychosocial Support System; Networks, Social; Network, Social; Social Networks
