Friendship Networks In Medical School

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The study explores the evolution of close friendships among medical students through a network analytic lens, focusing on knittedness and relative centrality. Over time, increased centrality correlates with positive shifts in values such as inclusiveness and ethical commitment. It highlights the significance of knittedness in fostering solidarity while also recognizing its role in achieving practical goals. This research contributes to sociological discussions on how informal relationships influence the internalization of values crucial for professional socialization.