Question

What can be said of the way that social relationships affect stress?

Answer 1

The success, or lack thereof of social relationships, can both indirectly and directly affect stress.

Explanation:

We live in an increasingly connected world. For the most part, humans want to be connected to others. Without that connection, or relationship with others, we can feel lonely and/or stressed for a number of reasons.
On the flip side, success with social relationships can help ease stress. Friends and family can help ease burdens and relieve stress.