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Science: Having Friends Is One of the Most Important Things You Can Do For Your Mental Health

Science: Having Friends Is One of the Most Important Things You Can Do For Your Mental Health

Friday, May 8, 2026
At some point, your mom probably clocked a friend group before you did. She didn’t need research or therapy language to explain it. She just noticed who made you tense when their name popped up on your phone, who constantly pulled you into drama or who somehow left you feeling worse after every hangout. Back…