Description
Book SynopsisIn this age of social media, where many interactions with friends occur online, Friendship: Insights and Tips for Teenagers explores the greater meaning of friendship as a deeply significant and fulfilling area of life. Featuring lively and thoughtful anecdotes from young people who reveal their own expectations and experiences with friendship, this is a much-needed guide for those who want to find and hold on to true friends.
You Will Learn
- the long-term benefits of friendships
- where and how to find friends
- how to cope with shyness or social anxiety
- how to recognize and maintain genuine friendships
- how to identify and step away from hurtful or toxic relationships
With helpful tips, expert advice, and a list of resources, this book provides valuable insight into how to gain social confidence, initiate friendships, and navigate the often-confusing and anxiety-producing terrain of making strong and sincere social connections.
Table of ContentsYou Are Not Alone
PART I: WHAT IS FRIENDSHIP
- What is friendship and why is it important?
- The Difference Between Friendship and Other Relationships
- Types of friendships
PART II: EXPECTATIONS AND CHALLENGES
- How do friendships happen?
- How do you recognize a true friend?
- When friendship fails
PART III: WHAT’S NEXT?
- What you learn from friendship
- How a pandemic affected friendships
- Tips on making and keeping good friends
Notes
Resources
Bibliography
Index
About the Author
