Types of supportive relationship, we observe
in the society are personal, professional, inherent and social. The kind of
support participants exchange or share among are analysed below -
Advice
and support: When in a relationship one participant need
advice and support for any reason, then other participant usually provides it
from their experience and knowledge or other social network.
Encouragement:
Individuals encourage each other to success and achieve
things in their live. Encouragement helps an individual to gain self-esteem for
success in their life.
Reduce
isolation: Companionship is a key element of supportive
relationship which helps to reduce isolation in an individual’s life.
Increase
active participation: Supportive relationship helps an
individual to engage in many activities, which increases their self esteem and
helps them to develop new skills.
Dysfunctional
relationship
Breakdown:
A relationship can become very complex sometimes. If it
is not maintained properly, it can breakdown easily.
Distress:
A relationship can bring stress into an individual’s life
due to complexity rises from time to time.
Depression:
Stress can become depression if it lasts long period of
time. It can affect individual’s physical and psychological wellbeing.
Distrust:
An individual may develop distrust towards others due to
dysfunctional or difficult relationship.
