By Stephen Beech

Feeling supported by friends , family and colleagues boosts mental and physical health, according to new research.

Just knowing help is there makes all the difference - particularly for teenagers, say scientists.

Researchers found that people who feel they gave the backing of relatives, pals and workmates tend to have better mental health, perform more effectively at work and experience positive outcomes in other areas such as physical health and education.

Lead author Dr. GeckHong Yeo said: “This study underscores the importance of considering the associations between multiple types and sources of perceived social support and multiple domains of human thriving.

“Our findings also suggest that adolescents, in particular, can benefit from perceived social support – e

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