If a Peer Supporter has an attitude of being more knowledgeable than the person we are helping, then we lack mutuality.

• A. True
• B. False
• C. It depends
• D. Not necessarily

Answer: (A)

Mutuality in peer support means an equal, collaborative relationship where both people contribute and respect each other’s lived experience. When a Peer Supporter conveys that they are more knowledgeable than the person they’re helping, it creates a power imbalance and suggests the person’s own knowledge and goals are secondary. That undermines the reciprocity and empowerment that mutual support is built on. Because effective peer support centers on honoring the person’s voice, choices, and expertise about their own life, this attitude does not fit. So the statement is true.