Question

Which of these describes a person giving instrumental, or tangible support, a principle category of social support ?

• A. A woman gives advice to a friend.
• B. A woman expresses empathy towards her friend.
• C. A woman goes out to the museum with her friend.
• D. A woman gives financial assistance to a friend.

Answer 1

Answer:

D. A woman gives financial assistance to a friend.

• Expressing empathy towards another person is a form of emotional support.
• Giving advice to another person is a form of informational support.
• Engaging in shared activities with another person is a form of companionship support.
• A woman who gives financial assistance to a friend, who just lost her job.