Exploring the communication of social support within virtual communities: A content analysis of messages posted to an online HIV/AIDS support group
(2008)
Journal Article
Mo, P. K., & Coulson, N. S. (2008). Exploring the communication of social support within virtual communities: A content analysis of messages posted to an online HIV/AIDS support group. Cyberpsychology and Behavior, 11(3), 371-374. https://doi.org/10.1089/cpb.2007.0118
The present study examined the nature of social support exchanged within an online HIV/AIDS support group. Content analysis was conducted with reference to five types of social support (information support, tangible assistance, esteem support, networ... Read More about Exploring the communication of social support within virtual communities: A content analysis of messages posted to an online HIV/AIDS support group.