Term information

Term: social networks

Term details for 'social networks'

Groups of people who share interconnected relationships which provide help in coping with the demands of daily life eg relatives, friends, neighbours, work colleagues, volunteers, professionals. Use in relation to social support.

Broader terms
groups
Related terms
befriending schemes, social capital, social media, support groups

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