How Women use Virtual Social Networks for Social Support

2012 ◽  
Author(s):  
Silvia Gonzalez
Keyword(s):  
Social Support ◽  
Social Networks

Hostility and Perceptions of Support in Ambiguous Social Interactions

2006 ◽  
Vol 27 (2) ◽  
pp. 108-115 ◽  
Author(s):  
Ana-Maria Vranceanu ◽  
Linda C. Gallo ◽  
Laura M. Bogart
Keyword(s):  
Social Support ◽  
Social Networks ◽  
Information Processing ◽  
Social Interactions ◽  
Social Information Processing ◽  
Perceived Social Support ◽  
Social Information ◽  
Inverse Association ◽  
Processing Bias ◽  
Information Processing Bias

The present study investigated whether a social information processing bias contributes to the inverse association between trait hostility and perceived social support. A sample of 104 undergraduates (50 men) completed a measure of hostility and rated videotaped interactions in which a speaker disclosed a problem while a listener reacted ambiguously. Results showed that hostile persons rated listeners as less friendly and socially supportive across six conversations, although the nature of the hostility effect varied by sex, target rated, and manner in which support was assessed. Hostility and target interactively impacted ratings of support and affiliation only for men. At least in part, a social information processing bias could contribute to hostile persons' perceptions of their social networks.

Social Networks and Business Performance of Igbo Migrant Traders in Ibadan, South-West Nigeria

2014 ◽  
Vol 12 (2) ◽  
Author(s):  
Deborah O. Obor ◽  
Emeka E. Okafor
Keyword(s):  
Social Support ◽  
Social Networks ◽  
Social Network ◽  
Social Exchange ◽  
Business Performance ◽  
Exploratory Research ◽  
Business Growth ◽  
South West ◽  
Key Informant ◽  
Depth Interviews

This study focused on social networks and business performance among Igbo businessmen in Ibadan, South-west Nigeria through the exploratory research design. Social exchange, social network and social capital theories were employed as theoretical framework. Twenty-six in-depth interviews, key informant interviews and case studies were conducted with purposively selected respondents in four business locations in Ibadan. The results showed that among the factors that facilitated migration of the Igbo to Ibadan were their interest to learn a trade, their inability to attain higher education, and having a relative in Ibadan. The types of social networks available showed that social network was not location bound, as all the respondents belonged to town progressive unions and mutual benefits/cooperative associations. Social networks played vital roles in business performance, including social support, access to loan, business growth and expansion. The main challenges to maintaining adequate social network in business were distrust, envy, unbridled competition, dishonesty and inability to keep terms of agreement. The study concludes that social networks have positively influenced the business performance of migrant Igbo in Ibadan. There is need for the Igbo to strengthen their social networks through honesty, forthrightness, and transparency in all their dealings.

scholarly journals Self-rated health among undocumented and newly regularized migrants in Geneva: a cross-sectional study

2021 ◽  
Vol 21 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Julien Fakhoury ◽  
Claudine Burton-Jeangros ◽  
Idris Guessous ◽  
Liala Consoli ◽  
Aline Duvoisin ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Social Support ◽  
Social Networks ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Future Research ◽  
Undocumented Migrants ◽  
Long Term Effects ◽  
Residence Permit ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Convenience Sample ◽  
Self Rated Health

Abstract Background In Europe, knowledge about the social determinants of health among undocumented migrants is scarce. The canton of Geneva, Switzerland, implemented in 2017–2018 a pilot public policy aiming at regularizing undocumented migrants. We sought to test for associations between self-rated health, proven eligibility for residence status regularization and social and economic integration. Methods This paper reports data from the first wave of the Parchemins Study, a prospective study whose aim is to investigate the effect of residence status regularization on undocumented migrants’ living conditions and health. The convenience sample included undocumented migrants living in Geneva for at least 3 years. We categorized them into those who were in the process of receiving or had just been granted a residence permit (eligible or newly regularized) and those who had not applied or were ineligible for regularization (undocumented). We conducted multivariate regression analyses to determine factors associated with better self-rated health, i.e., with excellent/very good vs. good/fair/poor self-rated health. Among these factors, measures of integration, social support and economic resources were included. Results Of the 437 participants, 202 (46%) belonged to the eligible or newly regularized group. This group reported better health more frequently than the undocumented group (44.6% versus 28.9%, p-value < .001), but the association was no longer significant after adjustment for social support and economic factors (odds ratio (OR): 1.12; 95% confidence interval (CI): 0.67–1.87). Overall, better health was associated with larger social networks (OR: 1.66; 95% CI: 1.04–2.64). This association remained significant even after adjusting for health-related variables. Conclusion At the onset of the regularization program, access to regularization was not associated with better self-rated health. Policies aiming at favouring undocumented migrants’ inclusion and engagement in social networks may promote better health. Future research should investigate long-term effects of residence status regularization on self-rated health.

The Influence of Social Networks and Supports on Depression Symptoms: Differential Pathways for Older Korean Immigrants and Non-Hispanic White Americans

2016 ◽  
Vol 17 (1) ◽  
pp. 13-23 ◽  
Author(s):  
Haesang Jeon ◽  
James Lubben
Keyword(s):  
Social Support ◽  
Older Adults ◽  
Social Networks ◽  
Los Angeles ◽  
The United States ◽  
Korean Immigrants ◽  
Equation Modeling ◽  
Depression Symptoms ◽  
Older Korean Immigrants ◽  
Hispanic White

Objectives: The current cross-cultural study examines the pathways underlying different formations of social networks and social support systems, which affect depression symptoms among older Korean immigrants and non-Hispanic Whites in the United States.Method: Data for this study came from a panel survey of 223 older Korean American immigrants and 201 non-Hispanic White older adults 65 years of age and older living in Los Angeles. Structural equation modeling (SEM) is used to test the proposed conceptual model designed to explain the direct and indirect relationships between social networks and social support on depression symptoms.Results: Empirical evidence from this study indicated different effect of one’s social networks and social support on depression by race/ethnicity.Discussion: The work discussed in this article pointed to the need to recognize the role of culture in assessing the relationships between social networks, social support, and health among older adults.

scholarly journals Social networks and type 2 diabetes: a narrative review

Diabetologia ◽  
2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Miranda T. Schram ◽  
Willem J. J. Assendelft ◽  
Theo G. van Tilburg ◽  
Nicole H. T. M. Dukers-Muijrers
Keyword(s):  
Social Support ◽  
Type 2 Diabetes ◽  
Social Networks ◽  
Social Network ◽  
Narrative Review ◽  
Current Evidence ◽  
Favourable Effect ◽  
Effective Prevention ◽  
Network Variable

AbstractIt has been known for decades that social networks are causally related to disease and mortality risk. However, this field of research and its potential for implementation into diabetes care is still in its infancy. In this narrative review, we aim to address the state-of-the-art of social network research in type 2 diabetes prevention and care. Despite the diverse nature and heterogeneity of social network assessments, we can draw valuable lessons from the available studies. First, the structural network variable ‘living alone’ and the functional network variable ‘lack of social support’ have been associated with increased type 2 diabetes risk. The latter association may be modified by lifestyle risk factors, such as obesity, low level of physical activity and unhealthy diet. Second, smaller network size and less social support is associated with increased risk of diabetes complications, particularly chronic kidney disease and CHD. Third, current evidence shows a beneficial impact of social support on diabetes self-management. In addition, social support interventions were found to have a small, favourable effect on HbA1c values in the short-term. However, harmonisation and more detailed assessment of social network measurements are needed to utilise social network characteristics for more effective prevention and disease management in type 2 diabetes. Graphical abstract

Abstract P081: Psychosocial Resources Are Protective of Diabetes Among African Americans in the Jackson Heart Study

Circulation ◽  
2018 ◽  
Vol 137 (suppl_1) ◽  
Author(s):  
LáShauntá Glover ◽  
Alain Bertoni ◽  
Sherita Hill-Golden ◽  
Peter Baltrus ◽  
Yuan-I Min ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Social Support ◽  
Social Networks ◽  
African Americans ◽  
Self Report ◽  
Psychosocial Resources ◽  
Jackson Heart Study ◽  
Diabetes Outcomes ◽  
Heart Study ◽  
Diabetes Status ◽  
Psychosocial Resource

Introduction: African Americans (AAs) have among the highest prevalence of type 2 diabetes in the U.S. Research has shown that positive affect and supportive networks are associated with better health outcomes and may improve regulation of physiological processes. We examined the extent to which psychosocial resources were protective of diabetes outcomes among a sample of 5,306 AAs. Hypothesis: Psychosocial resource measures are inversely associated with prediabetes and diabetes [defined by hemoglobin (Hb)A1c categories] and prevalent diabetes (defined by self-report diabetes status and medication use). Methods: Using data from the Jackson Heart Study (JHS), we evaluated the cross-sectional associations of four psychosocial-resource indicators (social support, optimism, religiosity, social networks) with two diabetes outcomes [1) HbA1c categories: normal (HbA1c ≤ 5.7%), at risk/pre-diabetic (5.7% < HbA1c < 6.5%), diabetic (HbA1c ≥ 6.5%) and 2) prevalent diabetes (vs. no diabetes)]. For each psychosocial-resource measure, we created high vs. low categories (median split) and continuous standard deviation (SD) units. Associations with HbA1c categories were examined using multinomial logistic regression to estimate odds ratios (OR 95% confidence interval-CI) of pre-diabetes (vs. normal) and diabetes (vs. normal). Associations with prevalent diabetes were examined using Poisson regression to estimate prevalence ratios (PR 95% CI) of diabetes (vs. no diabetes). Models adjusted for demographics, SES, waist circumference, health behaviors, and depression. Results: Participants with diabetes reported fewer psychosocial resources than those with pre-diabetes and normal HbA1c ( p <0.01). After full adjustment, 1-SD unit increase in social support was associated with an 11% lower odds of pre-diabetes (vs. normal HbA1c) (OR 0.89, 95% CI 0.81-0.99). High (vs. low) religiosity was associated with an increased odds of diabetes (vs. normal Hba1c) (OR 1.29, 95% CI 1.01-1.64) after full adjustment. Optimism and social networks were only associated with lower diabetes prevalence after adjustment for demographics and education, respectively. Conclusion: With the exception of religiosity, psychosocial-resource measures were inversely associated with diabetes. Social support and social networks, especially, should be considered when addressing the reduction of diabetes burden among AAs.

Task force report: Social networks as mediators of social support

1980 ◽  
Vol 16 (1) ◽  
pp. 27-44 ◽  
Author(s):  
Roger E. Mitchell ◽  
Edison J. Trickett
Keyword(s):  
Social Support ◽  
Social Networks ◽  
Task Force ◽  
Task Force Report
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