Rev. Soc. Bras. Enferm. Ped.2010;10(2):79-88.

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FAMILIES IN SOCIOECONOMIC AND CLINICAL RISK AND SOCIAL SUPPORT

DOI: 10.31508/1676-3793201000010

Abstract

Purpose:

Identify the relation between the socioeconomic and clinical risk conditions of families and the social support acknowledged by families.

Method:

This was a pilot study based on a random sample survey.

Results:

A total of 59 families participated in the study: eight at low risk, 28 at medium risk and 23 at high risk. The members from families at high risk were shown to perceive receiving more instrumental support, but there is no evidence that religious, emotional and family support were related to socioeconomic and clinical risks. This suggests that socioeconomic differences and clinical risk do not influence the scores attributed to those types of support. However, there is evidence that the perception of families at higher risk levels was higher in relation to support received from friends and neighbors.

Clinical Relevance:

The characteristics of social support should be considered by those who organize and deliver care to families.