Adolescent Friendships Linked to Adult Health
New research finds a link between fitting in with your peers as a teen and better health in your 20s.
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Friendship
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Men Need Friends
Male friendships often center on groups and activities. But without strong one-on-one ties, men are more likely to feel isolated when romantic partnerships fail or don't happen at all.
Kids Shy Away From Fat Friends
An analysis of middle school and high school social networks indicates that a high BMI can mean fewer friends.
To Make Friends, Autistic Kids Need Advice—and Space
Kids with autism need help when it comes to making friends—but they also need their independence.
Why Pets Should Be Included in Sociological Inquiries
A new paper argues that academics have been missing important connections.
How Friendship Can Help Put an End to Rape
Recognizing that friendships are the relationships with the least amount of inequality changes how we engage men in efforts to end sexual assault.