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Believe it or not, the people around you may be playing an important role when it comes to your health. We all know that having the right people around us can benefit our mental health, but most of us do not think about the other health effects others may have on us. For instance, having someone close to you with a medical condition may leave you at greater risk. At the same time, the people around you may also be beneficial to you and your health. If you are seeing those around you make health-conscious choices, you may be inclined to do the same. When it comes to quitting smoking, research has found that having a support system in place increases the rate of success. There are many websites that offer social support for those looking to kick the habit. There have been studies showing that social networking programs have been effective in helping people overcome a variety of health issues. While taking this quiz, you will learn exactly which health issues some social networking programs have helped people overcome. You can go online to look for support. Having others to speak with about what you're going through may be helpful in many ways. Speaking with others who have the same health conditions or concerns will allow you to gain a new understanding of your own. Sometimes just speaking with others that share your health issues will boost your spirits. Social networks are a great way to find people just like you. It is important to communicate with people who know what you are going through so you don't feel alone. While taking this quiz, you will learn what doctors have to say about the benefits or harm of using social media in health care. You will also learn what percentage of people who try to change a health behavior actually sustain their success, according to research. Bad health habits are hard to overcome but, with the right support, it can be done ã and has been done ã many times over.
