Strong social connections are linked to living longer, feeling happier and even lowering the risk of cognitive decline later ...

Why do some friendships survive for decades, while others fade away? NPR Life Kit host Marielle Segarra has tips on how to maintain long-lasting friendships, even in the busy seasons of our lives. Why ...

Review of Big Friendship: How We Keep Each Other Close. By Aminatou Sow and Ann Friedman. Simon & Schuster. 232 pp. $26. According to Robin Dunbar, a British anthropologist and evolutionary ...

Friendship isn’t just a nice-to-have—it’s a life essential. Strong social bonds boost happiness, health, and resilience, but they take care and intention to maintain. By showing up, listening deeply, ...

A practical guide for expanding your circle, with advice from sociable people. By Laura Regensdorf Laura Regensdorf lives in Brooklyn with her hound mix, Pina, who has turned out to be a great ...

It’s official — making friends gets harder the older you are, according to new research. A survey of 2,000 Americans examined how people feel about their social circles and their ability to create and ...

Having friends is important for your health and well-being. But for some adults, it’s a struggle. Bestie vibes only: How to make and keep friends as an adult Having friends is important for your ...

As a Brit who recently moved to Australia, I’ve been concerned about whether I can maintain successful long-distance friendships—particularly given my closest friend still lives in the UK. After all, ...

They’re the ones who always remember your birthday, listen without judgment, and offer help without expecting anything in return. Yet, despite their kindness, some of the nicest people find themselves ...

Having difficulty making friends as an adult? You're not alone. Here are three ways to help you make friends and live your ...