Social Support Network Calculator
Reviewed by Hamza Gujjar, Algorithm Architect & Software Developer
Last updated: July 27, 2026Social Support Network Calculator
Social support research consistently links having reliable people to turn to during difficult times with better mental health outcomes and resilience - this calculator offers a rough self-reflection prompt about your own network.
Score = (Crisis Contacts x 10) + (Weekly Meaningful Contacts x 5), capped at 100
Example
3 people you could call in a genuine crisis, 4 meaningful contacts per week:
Score = (3 x 10) + (4 x 5) = 50/100 (a moderate support network)
Quality Over Quantity
This isn't about having many acquaintances or social media connections - it's specifically about having even a small number of people you could genuinely call on in a real crisis, which research suggests matters far more for resilience than a large but shallow social circle.
An Informal Tool, Not a Clinical Assessment
This calculator provides a rough, informal self-reflection prompt, not a validated clinical assessment of your mental health or social wellbeing. If you're genuinely struggling, please reach out to a mental health professional or a crisis support line - this tool is not a substitute for professional support.