Which of the following features of a social network appears to be most critical in providing a buffering effect in the face of stress?

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Intimacy, or the closeness and depth of relationships within a social network, has been found to be the most critical feature in providing a buffering effect against stress. A study by Taylor et al. (2000) found that individuals with strong and supportive intimate relationships were better able to cope with stress than those who had larger but less intimate social networks. Therefore, choice C, intimacy, is the best choice.

Which of the Following Features of a Social Network Appears