Social support is broad term encompassing a variety of constructs, including support
perceptions (perceived support) and receipt of supportive behaviors (received support). Of …

Existing empirical evidence has well documented the role of social support in both physical
and psychological well-being among various populations. In the context of HIV prevention …

Abstract" Social Support" comprehensively evaluates research and theory from the
perspective of both the scientist and human service provider. This work is sure to become …

Abstract present an overview of a particular approach for identifying family concerns and
needs, intrafamily and community resources for meeting needs, and family strengths and …

Abstract The Internet Paradox study (Kraut et al., 1998) found evidence of a causal link
between Internet use and depression, but it may have been specific to novice Internet users …

Factors influencing quality of life for persons with Asperger syndrome are not yet
understood. Men, ages 18 to 21, completed the World Health Organization Quality Of Life …

Mental health promotion is an emerging field of interest to many health professionals. This
book traces its history, defines it and distinguishes it from mental illness prevention. Mental …

In this study, we examined the violent death bereavement trajectories of 173 parents by
following them prospectively for 5 years after their children's deaths by accident, suicide …

Person-Environment Practice addresses a core but long-neglected dimension in social work
and human services practice; accurate environmental assessment and strategic …

This study examined the prevalence of posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) among parents
bereaved by the violent deaths of their 12‐to 28‐year‐old children. A community‐based …