Alexandra Stratyner, Ph.D., is a New York City-based licensed psychologist specializing in cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavior therapy and mindfulness skills training. Dr. Stratyner ...

Friendships with other parents are invaluable to our mental health but there are times when those friends turn out to be harming our mental health more than helping. Toxic friends are passive ...

Friends are allowed to make mistakes-at least, that's what you thought when your BFF forgot your birthday. But then she flaked on you again last week. She lied to you last month. And she's just plain ...

Friendships can be one of life's greatest joys, but not all friends are good for you. Sometimes, the people you surround yourself with can drain your energy, lower your self-esteem, or even sabotage ...

Healthy friendships make life richer. Not only do they increase joy, but research shows they boost your immune system and may even help you live longer. For most, however, the actual value comes not ...