Sociocultural variables
Sociocultural variables refer to the nurse’s combined social
and cultural functions, which are believed to play a significant
role in basic health and wellness as they can either
relieve or contribute to stress. In part, resilience is determined
by a connection to social environment, which includes
family, friends, and even professional relationships
(McAllister & McKinnon, 2009). Public health research
shows a strong connection between resilience and social support;
this suggests that society can enhance resilience by
responding with social trust, civic engagement, reciprocity,
and neighborhood involvement (Howe et al., 2012). For
nurses, strong peer relationships help strengthen work environments
and can promote positive adaptation and strengthening
of the lines of defense