JULY Social Wellness Month
Connecting with other people can be an interesting, exciting, and a healthy part of being human. Moreover, social support is often integral to a person’s physical health and mental well-being. According to the APA, about 30% of Americans feel lonely. The benefits of social support: Self-esteem: Surrounding yourself with people who respect and care about you can lead you to think more highly of yourself, potentially improving your self- esteem. Coping skills: Having social and emotional support can improve your sense of autonomy, potentially making it easier to cope with stressful situations, even on your own. Stress resilience: Research suggests that having social support can make an individual more resilient to stress. Conversely, those with less social support may be more prone to experiencing stress. Feelings of belonging: Social support can give individuals “the feeling of being loved, cared, respected, and belonging to a network of communication.” Physical health: Research suggests that social support can significantly predict the physical health symptoms an individual may experience. Mental health: Research has also shown social support to be a strong predictor of mental health symptoms, such as depression. According to researchers, positive social communication with one’s social network can reduce anxiety and improve feelings of stability.
If you’re looking to form strong connections, you might reconnect with old friends or distant relatives, take up a new hobby, join a club or volunteer. For guidance in cultivating improved social wellness, it may be helpful to work with a licensed therapist through our partner, Rula. Get matched with a professional HERE! Build Healthy Relationships
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