support group
noun
: a group of people with common experiences and concerns who provide emotional and moral support for one another
Examples of support group in a Sentence
He joined an alcoholics' support group.
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Fannie’s Friends support group: Fannie’s Friends is a virtual support group for adult daughters and granddaughters caring for those living with dementia.
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Joe Rassel, The Orlando Sentinel, 2 Apr. 2025
That could be support groups, practicing stress reduction techniques, or seeking therapy.
4 Ways to Cope
Everyone’s cancer journey differs.
—Diana Kelly Levey, People.com, 1 Apr. 2025
In addition to her support group, Ms. Liu advocates for building community support.
—Jennifer Pierce, USA TODAY, 24 Mar. 2025
The teacher has more life experience, but Abigail becomes, at 17, her mentor and mother figure, bringing Erica to a trans support group and complimenting the nail polish she’s been brave enough to wear in public.
—Emma Sarappo, The Atlantic, 24 Mar. 2025
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Joe Rassel, The Orlando Sentinel, 2 Apr. 2025
That could be support groups, practicing stress reduction techniques, or seeking therapy.
4 Ways to Cope
Everyone’s cancer journey differs.
—Diana Kelly Levey, People.com, 1 Apr. 2025
In addition to her support group, Ms. Liu advocates for building community support.
—Jennifer Pierce, USA TODAY, 24 Mar. 2025
The teacher has more life experience, but Abigail becomes, at 17, her mentor and mother figure, bringing Erica to a trans support group and complimenting the nail polish she’s been brave enough to wear in public.
—Emma Sarappo, The Atlantic, 24 Mar. 2025
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“Support group.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/support%20group. Accessed 15 Apr. 2025.
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