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Content warning: This article discusses mentions of abuse. We often think we can immediately recognize the signs of an unhealthy relationship right away — until it happens to someone close to us.

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In an era where a simple tap on our phones connects us instantly to our inner circle, the boundaries between friendship and therapy have become increasingly blurred. Friends find themselves thrust ...

Before you start writing a letter of recommendation for a friend, clarify the purpose of the letter itself. Is it for a job, graduate school, a volunteer position, or something else? Understanding the ...

It’s hard to know what to do or say when a loved one is in the throes of a devastating breakup. No matter what you try — talking about it, not talking about it, vilifying the ex, coming up with fun ...

Students are struggling with loneliness, stress and wellbeing. Learn how friends contribute to mental health, performance and ...

The end of a marriage can be incredibly isolating. But small gestures from loved ones can provide some relief. By Jancee Dunn When my sister Dinah’s marriage ended after 25 years, one of her friends ...