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Social Support Screening

Multidimensional Scale of Perceived Social Support (MSPSS)


Instructions: Please read each statement carefully and indicate how much you agree or disagree with it. Think about your experience over the past few months.

There is a special person who is around when I am in need.

I can talk about my problems with my family.

I have friends with whom I can share my joys and sorrows.

There is a special person who is a real source of comfort to me.

My family really tries to help me.

I have a special person who shares my joys and sorrows.

My family is willing to help me make decisions.

I have friends who really try to help me.

I can count on my friends when things go wrong.

I can talk about my problems with my friends.

My family is a real source of emotional support for me.

There is a special person in my life who cares about my feelings