Can people satisfy the need to belong via membership in a group or organisation (e.g., a club or sports team), even if they do not have friendships there?
A)No, they must have close relationships with people in order to satisfy the need to belong.
B)Yes, some people may find these social connections satisfying even if they do not form close relationships.
C)Women can satisfy the need to belong this way, but men cannot.
D)Children can satisfy the need to belong this way, but adults cannot.

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Quizplus · Accepted Answer

While close relationships are certainly ideal for satisfying the need to belong, membership in a group or organisation can also provide social connections that some people may find satisfying, even if they are not close friendships. Therefore, option B is the best choice. The other options are incorrect as there is no evidence to suggest that only women or children can satisfy the need to belong through group membership, and it is not accurate to say that close relationships are necessary for satisfying this need.

Can People Satisfy the Need to Belong Via Membership in a Group