Which of these statements does NOT describe an effective use of social support?
A) You learn coping strategies from others with similar problems.
B) Others can provide actual goods or services to help in stressful situations.
C) Social support demonstrates that you are an important member of a social network.
D) You have someone else to blame for your problems.

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Blaming others for one's problems is not an effective use of social support. Effective social support involves learning coping strategies, receiving tangible help, and feeling valued within a social network, not deflecting responsibility for one's issues.

Which of These Statements Does NOT Describe an Effective Use