Friendships shape our happiness, health and sense of belonging in ways we often take for granted.
Psychological research reveals some surprising clues about how friendships begin, deepen and sometimes fade.
From the time we spend together to the subtle signals that draw us towards certain people, friendship is more psychologically complex than it seems.
Together, these 12 studies reveal some of the psychology behind how friendships form, thrive and shape our lives.
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Author: Dr Jeremy Dean
Psychologist, Jeremy Dean, PhD is the founder and author of PsyBlog. He holds a doctorate in psychology from University College London and two other advanced degrees in psychology. He has been writing about scientific research on PsyBlog since 2004. View all posts by Dr Jeremy Dean