Itâs not surprising, given that Starwood Hotels & Resorts (NYSE: HOT) dropped the bomb on its own earnings call this morning that it will âexplore â¦ strategic and financial alternativesâ and it has hired an investment bank to help it do so. That includes an acquisition, a source told the Wall Street Journal.
Full Definition of SUPPORT SYSTEM. : a network of people who provide an individual with practical or emotional support. See support system defined for English-language learners. See support system defined for kids. a group of people who give someone help, money, encouragement, etc.
Social support is the perception and actuality that one is cared for, has assistance available from other people, and that one is part of a supportive social network.