Can Men And Women Just Be Friends?
After the 1989 blockbuster movie When Harry Met Sally… many were left questioning whether truly platonic relationships are possible. The Friendship Doctor answers the perennial question, “Can men and women just be friends?”
7 Tips For Making Friends When You’re Feeling Depressed
Understandably, It’s tough to make friends when you’re feeling depressed but here are some tips from a psychologist to help.
Friendship: The Importance of Showing Up
Terri’s friend, Amy, doesn’t show up when she needs her. She feels her friendship with Amy is one-sided and wonders how to end it,
5 Tips for Handling A Friend Who Talks Incessantly
Have you ever sat down for lunch with a friend who talks non-stop—without giving you the slightest chance to get a word in edgewise? You begin to feel like you turned on a TV set, helplessly trying to interact with a very boring re-run.
6 Strategies For Handling A Needy Friend, By A Psychologist
There’s a big difference between a needy friend and a friend-in-need. When a friendship is consistently one-sided, it can weigh you down.
What Should The Borrowing Policy Be Between Friends?
A reader asks about the etiquette of “borrowing policy” between friends. A friend who asked to borrow something from her got upset when her request was turned down.
Should You Tell A Friend The Truth about Breaking Up? Not Always
A reader wonders if she should tell the truth about breaking up. Sometimes it may be kinder and easier to drift apart.
Losing Support From a Circle of Friends
A young woman feels excluded from a circle of friends, a second loss after a molar pregnancy, and seeks advice.
Feeling Worthless Without Any Friends
If you’re without any friends because you don’t feel friend-worthy, you may need to work on yourself first.
5 Tips For Making Friends As An Adult with NVLD (Nonverbal Learning Disorder)
The Friendship Doctor responds to a reader with NVLD (Nonverbal Learning Disorder) by offering five tips for making friends.
Worried About My Husband’s Friendship With A Coworker
A woman feels unsettled about her husband’s close friendship with a coworker and wonders how she should handle the situation.
The Stuffed Animal Saga: When A Preschooler Misses Their Best Friend
Is your 3-year-old sad after being separated from her preschool best friend? Get expert advice on how to handle their big emotions and understand their reactions.
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I Am The Needy Friend! A Psychologist’s Advice
A woman is frustrated and feels like “the needy friend” because of the boundaries set by her friend.
Is This Friendship Worth “The Talk”?
Sometimes there’s no point in having “the talk” if a friendship is consistently disappointing and unrewarding.
Friendship and Forgiveness
If you have invested your time and emotions in a close friendship, it’s easy to feel disappointed, and forgiveness can seem beyond reach.
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