Having a network of social support and outlets for expressing emotion seem to be protective. Personality traits, on the other hand, play a surprisingly small part in predicting vulnerability.

有着社交支持和宣泄情感的渠道的人防此病的能力强，而性格特点在预测脆弱性上却只起一小部分作用。

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What is a social support network?

社会支持网络是？

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A social support network is made up of friends, family and peers.

社会支持网络不同于一个支持小组。

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After participating in our program, women are three times more likely to have an active social support network, which can make a huge difference in their lives.

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This includes the elderly, those who are housebound or who have limited mobility and do not have a social support network in place to assist with tasks such as food shopping and cooking.

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In dealing with a disorder such as progeria, support groups can be a valuable part of a wider network of social support that includes health care professionals, family and friends.

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