emotional support

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More than half—54%—of women are extremely or very likely to turn to a friend for emotional support, versus 38% of men, according to the Pew Research Center.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 23, 2026

The projected cuts included near-total elimination of special discretionary aid to high-need schools and a separate program that provides academic and emotional support to Black students and others with similar needs.

From Los Angeles Times • May 22, 2026

“Oftentimes, we think emotional support is the most valuable,” says Thema Bryant, a psychologist and professor at Pepperdine University.

From MarketWatch • Mar. 19, 2026

But after he joined a grassroots support group offering emotional support and Thai lessons he returned to agricultural labour, and now dreams of opening a car repair shop.

From Barron's • Mar. 10, 2026

Mom was flying in for emotional support and to cheer us on as we neared the end of the qualifying circuit.

From "Proud" by Ibtihaj Muhammad