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My Friend Turned Down My Daughter’s Wedding Invitation
It hurts when a close friend turns down a wedding invitation, especially when there’s no explanation.
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Sheryl Kraft, MFA
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Irene S. Levine, PhD
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Getting Over Getting Dumped By A Friend
A teen is hurt when her close friend drops her suddenly with little explanation.
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Sheryl Kraft, MFA
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Irene S. Levine, PhD
A Friend Who Avoids Eye Contact
A reader is upset that her friend never makes eye contact when they are speaking to each other.
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Sheryl Kraft, MFA
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Irene S. Levine, PhD
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Good Friends Are the Keepers of Our Secrets
Why E. Jean Carroll entrusted her secret to her friends and not the police.
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Sheryl Kraft, MFA
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Irene S. Levine, PhD
How Do You Handle a "Friend" Who Gets Too Close Too Soon?
A reader wonders how to “escape” a pushy woman who wants to be her friend.
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Sheryl Kraft, MFA
 and 
Irene S. Levine, PhD
Friendship and Motherhood
With Mother’s Day approaching, we pause to reflect upon the impact of motherhood on friendship.
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Sheryl Kraft, MFA
 and 
Irene S. Levine, PhD
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How Can I Say No To A Friend Who Keeps Asking For Favors?
Her friend and soon-to-be sister-in-law continues to ask for favors. At wit's end, she wonders how she can just say no.
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Sheryl Kraft, MFA
 and 
Irene S. Levine, PhD
How Can I Make Friends When I'm Struggling With Depression?
This one-sentence question came from a young woman who feels depressed and isolated.
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Sheryl Kraft, MFA
 and 
Irene S. Levine, PhD
Friendship Rules
Friendship Rules
Have a friendship problem? We’re here for you: Two seasoned friendship experts share practical advice and actionable tips for your most pressing questions and dilemmas. Lean on us as we guide you through the often murky waters of friendship.
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