Being a bad friend or having a bad friend in your life doesn't have to be a permanent condition. Learn what the characteristics of a bad friend are so you can avoid any unnecessary hurt and protect ...

Every friendship has its problems, but a truly bad friend will follow a consistent pattern of toxic behavior. Several signs, however, can indicate that your friendship is damaging to you or your ...

Traveling together can bring you closer — or lead to serious tension and drama. But one bad trip doesn't necessarily mean ...

Studies suggest that friendships are as essential to our health, well-being and longevity as diet and exercise.

Bad Friends & What You Can Do About Them. Eve Warlow. Last Updated 19March,2024, 2:37 am. Photographed by Megan Madden. Two friends hugging. Friendships can be hard to navigate.

She says you look awful when you were hoping for a boost; she can be selfish, quick to pick an argument, hard to handle and downright unpleasant. So why do you need a friend like this?

“A bad vacation doesn’t necessarily mean a bad friendship, but it might mean that you’re not compatible as travel buddies,” Anhalt said. “Some of my closest friendships wouldn’t ...