Childhood
The understanding of friendship by children tends to be focused on areas such as common activities, physical proximity, and … See more

Forming and maintaining friendships often requires time and effort.
Friendships are foremost formed by choice, typically on … See more

Friendships may end. This is often the result of natural changes over time, as friends grow more distant both physically and emotionally, but … See more

Evolutionary approaches to understanding friendship focus primarily on its function. In other words, what does friendship do for individuals, how does it work psychologically, … See more

Studies found that strong social supports improve a person's prospects for good health and longevity. Conversely, loneliness and a lack … See more

Friends tend to be similar to one another in terms of age, gender, behavior, substance abuse, personal disposition, and academic performance. In ethnically diverse countries, children and adolescents tend to form friendships with others of the same … See more

Jealousy is an emotion that is often studied in the context of romantic and sexual relationships. However, individuals also feel jealous … See more