Author Question: What have researchers found concerning the relationship of social support and social skills? What ... (Read 51 times)

robinn137 · **on:** Jun 22, 2018

What have researchers found concerning the relationship of social support and social skills?

What will be an ideal response?

Question 2

Mark's parents bring him to see a psychologist because they believe Mark is experiencing delusions. What piece of information would most indicate that Mark had schizophrenia and not some other diagnosis?

a) His delusions only come when his parents are around.
b) His delusions are highly implausible.
c) His delusions have persisted for more than 5 years.
d) His delusions involve other people.

firehawk60 · **Reply #1 on:** Jun 22, 2018

Answer to Question 1

Research indicates that individuals who have low levels of social support tend to have low social skills needed to attract the interest and help of others. When engaging in conversations with strangers, people who are high in social support feel more competent, comfortable, and assured than people who report having little support. People who are low in social support tend to be perceived by others as less interesting, dependable, friendly, and considerate than people who are high in social support.

Answer to Question 2

b