Tag: research
How Long Do Friendships Last?
How long do friendships last? They aren’t always for the long haul. The average friendship only lasts about seven years.
In the Media – The science of making friends (Wall Street Journal)
In the Wall Street Journal, Elizabeth Bernstein explores the science of making friends.
Want To Be Happier and Live Longer? Get Socially Active.
New studies suggest that being socially active is good for your health and that social ties may even be more important than family ties.
Friendship Etiquette: An Expanding Group of Neighbors
A friendly group of neighbors has gotten so large that logistical problems arise in arranging get-togethers.
Research looks at the emotional impact of spending time on Facebook
If you are already depressed, spending too much time on Facebook can make you feel worse.
Facebook: Do you use it to engage or to compare yourself to your friends?
A new study suggests that “Facebook Envy” can lead to feelings of depression.
Friendship and happiness
The folks at Happify developed this nifty infographic summarizing some of the relevant research on friendship and happiness.
Friendship Research: Having a close confidante helps keep us healthy
New friendship research confirms the positive health effects of having a close confidante.
In the Media – Dogs as connectors to friendships
If you’re looking for friendship, getting a dog might be something to consider.
The Fragility of Friendship
Based on research on the fragility of friendship, friends forever, even among adults, is usually a self-perpetuating myth.
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