Asked by Cathie Byrns on Sep 24, 2024

Which of the words below describe a support system and comes in many forms, including extended family, compadres, kinship groups, friends, neighbors, and association with a religious institution?

A) Community resource
B) Social network
C) Food bank
D) WIC

Social Network

A social network is a social structure made up of individuals or organizations that are connected by one or more types of interdependency, such as friendships, kinship, common interest, or economic exchange.

Compadres

A term of Spanish origin, meaning friends or companions; often used to denote a relationship of mutual support and respect.

Kinship Groups

Social units based on common ancestry, marriage, or adoption that form a fundamental component in organizing societies.

  • Identify the different types of social networks and their significance for families.