Abstract

LOPEZ VERDUGO, Isabel et al. Evaluation of social support by means of the Scale ASSIS: description and results in a sample of mothers in situation of psychsocial risk. Psychosocial Intervention [online]. 2007, vol.16, n.3, pp.323-337. ISSN 2173-4712.

In this article we present some results obtained in a study carried out with mothers at psychosocial risk. Both several sizes of social support and main characteristics of their social networks are commented. In the article we also describe the instrument used in order to assess social support and discuss its utility for professionals that work in the context of Social Services.

Keywords : Social support; Assessment instruments; Family; Psychosocial risk; Social Services.

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