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The Layers

Relationships

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The Relationship layer explores the immediate social circle (family, peers, partners) that serves as a person’s primary natural support system. It delves into the vital balance between social isolation and connection, emphasizing how social roles can facilitate healing and provide a buffer against day-to-day stressors.

Evidence Supported Themes

Social roles promote identity & social connections & facilitate healing 2,8,10

Harsh parenting practices & discipline have negative repercussions9

Social connections help manage daily stressors & adversity2,8,10

Developmental parenting supports positive parent-child relationships 7,9

Family & peers serve as a significant natural support systems5

Positive, high quality relationships matter5

Social isolation is damaging to health7,9

Nurturing parent-child relationships model positive health behavior2,3

Family mental health, substance misuse & violence influence family relationships3,12

Family norms, values & expectations can be stressful and also help us feel loved2

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