Instruction help . Friends zhd family can provide physical support in the time of need They may help with cooking ,cleaning,running errands doing grocery shopping,and driving to the doctor's office
Emotional suppot Sharing a problem with a trusted person can help alleviate an internal burden."It's a load off your chest,"says Jenkins
Offering a sense of belonging.This feelingnot only helps teinforce a person'sidentity,it also assists in preventing and overcoming depression and anxiety
Community ties also help improve mental functioning,says Fleming .Group activities can help keep the mind active and maintain desirable levels of serotonin the brain chemical associated with mood."Lack of social interaction will [decrease] serotonin levels," says Fleming