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Although so much emphasis is put on romantic and family relationships in our society, our friendships are just as important. Having a troubled friendship or a toxic friend can be incredibly stressful. Learn more about friendships, what they say about us, and how to get help with your friendships if you need it.

How to Support a Friend with Infertility
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Published on: 03 Jun 2025
Clinically Reviewed by Olga Molina, D.S.W., LCSW
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How to Support a Friend with Infertility

Published on: 03 Jun 2025
Clinically Reviewed by Olga Molina, D.S.W., LCSW
  • Written byKarmen Smith LCSW, DD 
  • Jun 03, 2025
Clinically Reviewed by Olga Molina, D.S.W., LCSW
When someone you love dreams of having a child, watching them struggle with infertility can leave you feeling…
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Published on: 23 Jan 2023
Clinically Reviewed by Jill E. Daino, LCSW-R
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Codependency in Friendships: Exploring the Signs

Published on: 23 Jan 2023
Clinically Reviewed by Jill E. Daino, LCSW-R
  • Written byMeaghan Rice PsyD., LPC
  • Jan 23, 2023
Clinically Reviewed by Jill E. Daino, LCSW-R
Codependency is a common but difficult trait to deal with in relationships. This can be true whether there…
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Published on: 04 Feb 2022
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How to Set Healthy Boundaries With Friends

Published on: 04 Feb 2022
Clinically Reviewed by Liz Kelly, LCSW
  • Written byKarmen Smith LCSW, DD 
  • Feb 04, 2022
Clinically Reviewed by Liz Kelly, LCSW
Friends are important. They’re the people outside of our families who we share mutually beneficial, rewarding, trusting bonds.…
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Published on: 24 Feb 2021
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How to Get Your Friends to Stop Treating You Like Their Therapist

Published on: 24 Feb 2021
  • Written byHannah Connors
  • Feb 24, 2021
If you’re passionate about mental health, known for being a good listener, or maybe just enjoy helping people,…
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Published on: 24 Jul 2020
Clinically Reviewed by Jill E. Daino, LCSW-R
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Clinically Reviewed by Jill E. Daino, LCSW-R

How to Reconnect With Friends Safely and Save Your Mental Health

Published on: 24 Jul 2020
Clinically Reviewed by Jill E. Daino, LCSW-R
  • Written byJessica Bloom
  • Jul 24, 2020
Clinically Reviewed by Jill E. Daino, LCSW-R
To limit the spread of COVID-19, we’ve spent months physically distant from our friends. We tried to stay…
making friends as an adult
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Published on: 01 Nov 2019
Clinically Reviewed by Meaghan Rice PsyD., LPC
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Clinically Reviewed by Meaghan Rice PsyD., LPC

Why is It So Hard to Make Friends as an Adult?

Published on: 01 Nov 2019
Clinically Reviewed by Meaghan Rice PsyD., LPC
  • Written byTheodora Blanchfield
  • Nov 01, 2019
Clinically Reviewed by Meaghan Rice PsyD., LPC
Five months ago, I moved from New York City to Los Angeles. I lived in NYC for eleven…
college making friends
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Published on: 19 Jul 2019
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7 Tips for Dealing With the Anxiety of Making New Friends in College

Published on: 19 Jul 2019
  • Written byAshley Laderer
  • Jul 19, 2019
Friends are a huge part of what makes college fun. Some of your favorite memories in college will…
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Published on: 15 Jul 2019
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When Your Friends Are in Different Stages of Life Than You

Published on: 15 Jul 2019
  • Written byJessica Weinberger
  • Jul 15, 2019
When they were dating each other, I was single. When they were engaged and wedding planning, I was…
Two women in window
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Published on: 29 May 2019
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When to Ditch a Toxic Friendship (According to a Therapist)

Published on: 29 May 2019
  • Written byTamara Stevens
  • May 29, 2019
The notion of “toxic” people is popular these days, with most advice leaning toward cutting such people out…
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Published on: 16 May 2019
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4 Reasons Your Friends Might Not Approve of Your Partner

Published on: 16 May 2019
  • Written byDr. Samantha Rodman
  • May 16, 2019
When you’re newly in love, you want to share the news with everyone. Your hope is that your…

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