support system
/səˈpɔːrt ˈsɪstəm/ · sup·port sys·tem
noun
- A network of people, resources, or institutions that provide emotional, practical, or financial assistance to an individual or group. After moving to a new city, she relied on her friends, family, and community center as a support system.
- The set of mechanisms, policies, or structures within an organization designed to assist and sustain its members. The company's employee assistance program is part of its broader support system for staff wellbeing.
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Did you know? The phrase "support system" gained prominence in the 1970s within the field of psychology, where researchers highlighted its importance for mental health and resilience.