Strong bonds and friendships are just as essential to good health as a healthy diet and exercise regimen. Studies show, friendships are capable of improving our well-being and longevity. They boost ...

Friendship breakups are hard for kids. Source: greg westfall/Flickr Everyone loves the idea of having a “best friend forever,” but things often don’t work out that way. A meta-analysis by Diana Meter ...

Friendship and meaningful connections are essential for women. Research shows that they can significantly boost confidence, well-being, and overall health. Studies highlighted by Inside Columbia note ...

Dramatic “friends” make for good reality TV, but not good reality. “Stress and anxiety have negative effects on health, so any friendships that routinely create stress and anxiety can be harmful,” ...

Anna Lee Beyer writes about mental health, relationships, parenting, and books for Huffington Post, Romper, Slate, Glamour, Parents, and others. My daughter is going to a new school this fall, with a ...

Friendships can be as essential to our health, well-being and longevity as diet and exercise, studies show. They boost our overall happiness and help us feel supported and loved. Research shows about ...