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As teens develop closer bonds with their friends, they come to understand and predict how these friends can offer support, companionship and security to each other. (Curated Lifestyle/Unsplash+)

How high‑quality friendship supports teen well‑being

Thinking about the quality of friendships allows us to consider the different elements that promote safety, support and security for both teens in a relationship.
Friends are essential to a healthy, happy life. Alina Rudya/Bell Collective/DigitalVision via Getty Images

A lot of casual friends, or only a few you’re really close with? New research questions that trade‑off

Friendships are integral to human health and well being, yet researchers know very little about how people make friends. A new study investigated what people prioritize for new friendships.
Biology reinforces the positive impact of female friendships through the release of oxytocin, otherwise known as the “love hormone.” (Unsplash)

Behind women’s success is a sisterhood that sustains it

Women’s success, resilience and well-being are not purely individual achievements. They are deeply supported by female friendships and collective social bonds.
Teasing interactions are influenced by a number of factors, like the relationship between teaser and target, the content of the tease and the local and broader context. (Pexels/Cottonbro)

Is teasing playful or harmful? It depends on a number of factors

Teasing is a common but complex behaviour that can signal relational closeness, but it can also have antisocial functions.

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