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Why Listening Matters: Friends Who Listen May Protect Our Cognitive Abilities
New research suggests that having someone listening to you is more than a feel-good experience; it may also be protective of brain health.
The Bad Friend: How Can I End My 7-Year-Old Daughter’s Friendship?
Finding ways to handle the “bad friend” dilemma can be challenging but there are more options when your children are young.
Friendship, Parenting and COVID
The volatile mix of parenting and COVID can creates challenges to moms with different values and sensibilities.
What Do You Do When An Online Friendship Begins To Feel Creepy?
A teenager is involved in an awkward online friendship that is making her feel increasingly uncomfortable. She asks what to do.
Pandemic-Related Losses: How To Show A Friend You Care
A reader wonders how to respond to friends experiencing pandemic-related losses. QUESTION I have several friends right now who are going through VERY trying situations. In a few instances, I’ve sent people emails expressing my commiseration but I’m wondering what, if anything, to do next when I don’t hear back from them. Do you think […]
Feeling Left Out Of A Pandemic Bubble?
A pandemic bubble (or pod) offers people a new way to connect together in person, both for social reasons and practical ones.
COVID Mental Health Resources
A handy list of COVID Mental Health Resources to keep for yourself or someone you know. Don’t hesitate to reach out if you need help.
Mom Concerned Her Teen Is Having A Hard Time During The Pandemic
A teen is having a hard time handling social distancing and wearing masks during this pandemic. Her mom asks for help .
Disney Characters Offer Timeless Friendship Lessons
In celebration of International Friendship Day, Disney distills some of the “behind-the-scenes” secrets that inspire long-lasting friendships.
Visiting A Friend During The Pandemic: A Good Idea? It Depends.
What considerations should someone make before visiting a friend or attending a gathering of friends? The answer depends on a number of considerations.
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