Having a Strong Social Support System Has Been Shown to Have

question 80

Multiple Choice

Having a strong social support system has been shown to have all but which of the following effects?

• A) positive impact on the endocrine system
• B) positive impact on the cardiovascular system
• C) reduction in depression
• D) reduction in weight

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Definitions:

Action Research

A participatory process that combines action and research to solve problems and generate knowledge.

Participant Observation

A research method used primarily in qualitative research where the researcher immerses themselves in the environment of their subjects, observing and sometimes participating in their activities to gather data from an insider's perspective.

Validity Checks

Techniques used in research to ensure that the instruments, procedures, and data collection methods accurately measure what they are intended to.

Participant Action Research

A methodology in social research where researchers actively engage and collaborate with participants in the research process to effect change.