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 ...

If you see Alexandria Agresta breaking into a wide grin, one of her best friends—who lives thousands of miles away—probably just sent her a meme or an inspirational quote from Instagram. The person ...

In my work with emerging adults, it isn’t uncommon to have 18- to 22-year-olds tell me that their parent (often their mother) is their closest confidante and one of the few people they trust. It’s ...

Friendship breakups can create genuine pain and grief. Here's why they sting so deeply, how each ending shapes the pain, and how to mourn a friendship without blaming yourself.

View the full episode transcript. Leanne Davis, a researcher at Education Northwest, found out her 10-year-old son had made a sad playlist to cope with his best friend moving away. He’d listen to it ...

When the romantic flames fade but the connection remains valuable, many wonder if friendship with an ex is truly possible. While challenging, this transition can lead to meaningful relationships when ...