![]() ![]() Gradually, they become less obstinate and accept help. ![]() Likely, these people are in denial- believing that they can take care of themselves without depending on their friends and family. Generally, it seems that people desire less contact at the beginning of their diagnosis. ![]() ![]() It was concluded that men and women equally benefit from maintained support from family throughout the recovery process. The research focuses on gender disparities and differing frequencies of contact. “Something Old, Something New: When Gender Matters in the Relationship between Social Support and Health,” an article in Sage Journals examines self-rated benefits and effects of social support throughout different times of diagnosis. It can be easy for people to isolate themselves when they are struggling, but humans are not made to be alone, especially in times of need.Įveryone has different desires and needs when it comes to how much social support and activity they experience, especially during recovery or a diagnosis process. When dealing with difficulties, especially medical ones, it is imperative that the one suffering has an active and supportive social group, whether it’s family, friends, or even strangers. While social support looks different for everyone, it is a necessity in maintaining mental health and ultimately physical health. ![]()
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