This brief, self-administered Social Support Survey instrument was developed for patients in the Medical Outcomes Study (MOS), a two-year study of patients with chronic conditions. It is thought to also be appropriate for use with other populations. The instrument was designed to be comprehensive in terms of recent thinking about the various dimensions of social support – emotional/informational, tangible, affectionate, and positive social interaction. It is easy to administer and the items are short, simple, and easy to understand.
RAND Health Corporation, 1993
Evidence Rating: III
Cost: Free
Topics:
Life Course Model Risk Assessment
Perinatal Periods:
Parenting Postpartum Pre-/Inter-conception Prenatal
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