Making friends is hard, but maintaining them can be even more challenging. Maintaining meaningful relationships as adults ...

There’s no shortage of advice out there on finding the One — but let’s not forget about the other loves of our lives: our friends. Close friendships are essential for a happier, healthier life.

Sometimes, friendships fade without obvious reasons. Often, it’s the unnoticed small habits that quietly create distance between you and those you care about. Understanding these subtle behaviors can ...

Scroll down for a transcription of this episode. In a world that emphasizes romantic relationships, we explore the science of friendships in humans and our primate relatives— how we make them and how ...

Friendships and romantic relationships both have their place in the grand scheme of human connections. However, sometimes we overlook the value of solid friendships while chasing romantic ideals.

Life changes fast when careers shift, families grow, and priorities evolve. In the middle of it all, even the strongest friendships can drift. But staying close means intentional connection. When ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Dr. Tracy Brower writes about joy, community and the future of work. Having a good friend is one of the best things you can do for ...

A person’s social network can be surprisingly complex. Yet, we think we only need a romantic partner and a nuclear family. Maybe one good friend. Otherwise, those not legally or biologically fastened ...

Friendships are key to a healthy and rewarding life, and good friends are a factor in longevity as well. Research also shows, however, that poor or conflictual relationships are more damaging to your ...

Men’s lack of deep, close friendships has been in the spotlight lately. A recent Pew Research Center study found that 54% of women say they turn to a friend for emotional support, but only 38% of men ...