Friends & Relationships

Explore articles about making and keeping friendships, understanding attraction, managing relationships respectfully, and building healthy social connections with peers.

Coping with a Crush

How to handle a one-sided crush and move forward when your feelings aren't returned.

Coping with a Jealous Friend

How to handle it when a friend's jealousy starts damaging your relationship and what you can do to fix it.

Dealing With Someone You Love Being Ill

When someone you love gets sick, honest conversations and learning the details of their illness can help you support them through recovery.

Defeating Peer Pressure

Learn why peer pressure happens and practical ways to stand up to negative influences without losing your friends.

Fantastic First Dates

Plan ahead and dress like yourself to nail that first date without looking like you're trying too hard.

First Kiss Tips

Here's how to make your first kiss actually amazing instead of awkward or forgettable.

How to Cope With Your Sexual Identity

Understanding different sexual orientations and how to accept your own identity as you grow into adulthood.

Making Friends

Making friends takes courage, but the first step is figuring out what's holding you back.

Rectifying Relationship Problems

Work through relationship conflicts by taking time to reflect, talking things out calmly, and handling disagreements with respect.

Supporting Your Friends When They Need You

How to show up for your friends when they're going through tough times without burning out.