The strength of family ties: A meta-analysis and meta-regression of self-reported social support and mortality

Shor, Eran; Roelfs, David J.; Yogev, Tamar

doi:10.1016/j.socnet.2013.08.004

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“…Social networks then serve to mediate the observed relationship between cultural processes and health (Path C). Importantly, this core model is likely moderated by various biopsychosocial factors including biological processes (Dumais & Veenema, 2015), individual differences (T. W. Smith, Ruiz, Cundiff, Baron, & Nealey-Moore, 2013), and proximity of social network members and frequency of contact (Shor, Roelfs, & Yogev, 2013). Although the full model remains largely untested, there is both direct and indirect evidence to support the specific pathways.…”

Section: Modeling Sociocultural Resiliencementioning

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The Hispanic health paradox: From epidemiological phenomenon to contribution opportunities for psychological science

Ruiz

Hamann

Mehl

et al. 2016

Group Processes & Intergroup Relations

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Similar to non-Hispanic Blacks, Hispanics/Latinos experience a range of psychosocial and physical health challenges, including high rates of poverty, neighborhood segregation, discrimination, poor healthcare access, and high rates of obesity, diabetes, and undiagnosed and late-stage diagnosed diseases. Despite such risks, Hispanics generally experience better physical health and lower mortality than non-Hispanic Whites, an epidemiological phenomenon commonly referred to as the Hispanic or Latino health paradox. With the basic phenomenon increasingly well-established, attention now turns to the sources of such resilience. The current aims are to briefly examine the epidemiological paradox and highlight potential sociocultural resilience factors that may contribute to the paradoxical effects. We conclude with presentation of a framework for modeling sociocultural resilience and discuss future directions for psychological contributions.

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Section: Modeling Sociocultural Resiliencementioning

confidence: 99%

The Hispanic health paradox: From epidemiological phenomenon to contribution opportunities for psychological science

Ruiz

Hamann

Mehl

et al. 2016

Group Processes & Intergroup Relations

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116

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“…Being socially connected is not only important for psychological and emotional well-being, but it also has a positive impact on physical well-being [2] and overall longevity [4]. Loneliness, social isolation and living alone are all risk factors for coronary heart disease and stroke [5], and a leading cause of mortality [6].…”

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A review of social participation interventions for people with mental health problems

Webber

Fendt-Newlin

2017

Soc Psychiatry Psychiatr Epidemiol

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PurposeThe association between social networks and improved mental and physical health is well documented in the literature, but mental health services rarely routinely intervene to improve an individual’s social network. This review summarises social participation intervention models to illustrate different approaches which practitioners use, highlight gaps in the evidence base and suggest future directions for research.MethodsA systematic search of electronic databases was conducted, and social participation interventions were grouped into six categories using a modified narrative synthesis approach.ResultsNineteen interventions from 14 countries were identified, six of which were evaluated using a randomised controlled trial. They were grouped together as: individual social skills training; group skills training; supported community engagement; group-based community activities; employment interventions; and peer support interventions. Social network gains appear strongest for supported community engagement interventions, but overall, evidence was limited.ConclusionsThe small number of heterogeneous studies included in this review, which were not quality appraised, tentatively suggests that social participation interventions may increase individuals’ social networks. Future research needs to use experimental designs with sufficient samples and follow-up periods longer than 12 months to enable us to make firm recommendations for mental health policy or practice.

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“…Recent evidence suggests that qualitative aspects of social relationships within specific relationship domains may contribute to inconsistent findings across studies (Shor et al, 2013). In this regard, relationship quality may be an important factor to consider given evidence that strain in close relationships (i.e.…”

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Daily social interactions, close relationships, and systemic inflammation in two samples: Healthy middle-aged and older adults

Bajaj

John‐Henderson

Cundiff

et al. 2016

Brain, Behavior, and Immunity

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The strength of family ties: A meta-analysis and meta-regression of self-reported social support and mortality

Cited by 182 publications

References 147 publications

The Hispanic health paradox: From epidemiological phenomenon to contribution opportunities for psychological science

The Hispanic health paradox: From epidemiological phenomenon to contribution opportunities for psychological science

A review of social participation interventions for people with mental health problems

Daily social interactions, close relationships, and systemic inflammation in two samples: Healthy middle-aged and older adults

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