Making Friends

Some people make friends so easily, others, not so much. Having friends and feeling like you belong is one of the many things that promotes emotional wellness. Children, Adolescents, and Adults may all struggle with making friends. Loneliness can cause depression, anxiety, and even acting out behaviors.

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For Elementary Aged Kids:

https://health.clevelandclinic.org/8-ways-help-child-make-friends-school/

For Adults:

https://www.nytimes.com/2018/10/24/smarter-living/the-edit-how-to-make-friends.html

For Middle Schoolers:

https://www.understood.org/en/friends-feelings/common-challenges/making-keeping-friends/8-ways-to-help-your-middle-schooler-connect-with-other-kids#slide-1

For High Schoolers:

https://www.healthychildren.org/English/ages-stages/teen/school/Pages/Making-Friends-in-High-School.aspx