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Friendships: Enrich your life and improve your health
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What are the benefits of friendships?
Why is it sometimes hard to make friends or maintain friendships?
What's a healthy number of friends?
What are some ways to meet new people?
How does social media affect friendships?
How can I nurture my friendships?
How does social media affect friendships?
Joining a chat group or online community might help you make or maintain connections and relieve loneliness. However, research suggests that use of social networking sites doesn't necessarily translate to a larger offline network or closer offline relationships with network members. In addition, remember to exercise caution when sharing personal information or arranging an activity with someone you've only met online.