But there's another kind of triangle, the female friendship kind, that can be every bit as toxic and, from experience, far removed from the sisterly, wholesome and fun image it is often portrayed as.

The glue of each relationship, however, was really just the toxic office environment. Only one of those friendships ultimately lasted longer than her tenure at the company — and she says that ...

They are also in constant competition with one another. Their toxic dynamic is so chillingly familiar to many women. But how ...

She explains: "During those teenage years, when you're figuring out who you are, friendships become these incredibly important mirrors. Your friend group helps shape your identity separate from your ...

The Art of Friendship: Toxicity in 'The White Lotus' ...

It brings a tacit sense of menace to this friendship dynamic, which seems laced with competition, jealousy, and resentment. Michelle Monaghan as Jaclyn (The White Lotus) These are tensions that we ...