Friendship Archives

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Why people ghost (and how to get over it)

February 9, 2023 | Written by Elise Burley

Ghosting happens all the time, but it can still feel awful. Explore the reasons why someone might suddenly cut off communication—and how to move past it.

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Couples Culture Dating Family Friendship Grief Guilt Loneliness Passive-Aggression Personality Traits Relationships Self-Help Shame Society Stress Technology

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Setting healthy boundaries in relationships

February 1, 2023 | Written by therapist.com team

Relationship boundaries can play a big role in your mental health. Follow this guidance to set and maintain healthy boundaries with everyone in your life.

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Boundaries Family Friendship Relationships Self-Esteem

Teaching kids about healthy friendships and boundaries

January 3, 2023 | Published by PESI Inc.

In celebration of her debut book, "The Not-So-Friendly Friend," Christina Furnival shares worksheets that can be used to help children understand, set, and...

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Boundaries Children Friendship Parenting Worksheets

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Friendship and mental health

November 10, 2022 | Written by therapist.com team

Learn about the importance of friendship, different types of friendship, and the mental health benefits of healthy friendships.

Topics:

Friendship Isolation Loneliness Relationships Self-Esteem