| Term | Definition |
| Three Factors HSP need to consider when examining social/relational context | Size, Reachability, Reciprocity |
| Size definition | how many people in network |
| Size example | small group of close friends vs large group of dispersed friends |
| Reachability definition | how accessible people are, how easy to gain support and assistance |
| Reachability example | Affected geographically and emotionally - person in UK less reachable than person living next door |
| Reciprocity definition | equality in relationships, simultaneous or returned later, a problem if unequal |
| Reciprocity example | Parents give now; children give later |
| How social networks support development | providing resources, emotional support, guidance, necessities |
| How social networks hinder development | Limiting resources and provisions, abuse |
| Example of support+hinder combination | Child with food and shelter but being physically or emotionally abused |