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Originally Posted by Plum
Do enlighten us on what "social health" is
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No problem. I went back and found a great book I read last semester for one of Sociology courses.
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Although our casual interactions with strangers, acquaintances, and others can be very influential, there's something special about intimate relationships. In fact, a powerful and pervasive drive to establish intimacy with others may be a basic part of our human nature.... we NEED frequent, pleasant interactions with intimate partners in lasting, caring relationships if we are to function normally. There is a human NEED TO BELONG in close relationships, and if the need is not met, a variety of problems follow.
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AwwSugar, the definition you gave pertains to a society and it's social health. For an INDIVIDUAL though, social health is being a part of the society they exist in. Being engaged in activity, having friends, being social. Basically being a part of something and conforming to the societal norms, "fitting in" to an extent which provides confidence and encouragement. And I don't mean "fitting in" like being considered cool in high school or something like that. Just being a part of society by being a member who participates, and not isolated which is a good way to get yourself depressed. Being active and social gives you self esteem and confidence and encouragement. That's what I think social health is.