Your kids are allowed to have friends that aren’t exactly your cup of tea, and it’s important to let your child explore different kinds of friendships. But sometimes your child has a friend ...

And as no life (and no friendship) is perfect, inevitably, we may end up with a toxic friendship at some point or another. You may not be ready to call it quits, but you’ll definitely need to ...

Being around toxic friends tends to feel "draining," or even "like a chore," says clinical psychologist Andrea Bonior, PhD, author of The Friendship Fix: The Complete Guide to Choosing, Losing ...

However, when a friendship turns toxic, the experience can be emotionally draining. Recognizing the signs of manipulation, such as guilt-tripping, is crucial to protecting your well-being.