What is the nature of social support? How can the network of social support changing over time, from early adolescence to elderhood? What is the difference between instrumental and socioemotional...

What is the nature of social support? How can the network of social support changing over time, from early adolescence to elderhood? What is the difference between instrumental and socioemotional support? Which is more important in elderhood? Do older adults receive more support than they give? To what extent does reliance on one’s social support system increase vulnerability to negative interactions?