Friendships should be one of life's great joys—filled with laughter, support, and shared experiences. However, sometimes they can feel more like a demanding job than a source of happiness. You may ...

This story originally appeared in Kids Today, Vox’s newsletter about kids, for everyone. Sign up here for future editions. Divya met her best friend when she was just 4 years old. They’ve been through ...

As with any type of relationship, friendships vary according to quality, and it's the quality factor that many friends struggle with most when questioning whether they want to—or should—continue a ...

To learn more about our editorial approach, explore The Direct Message methodology. You know the feeling. You see their name on your phone and experience a micro-hesitation before answering. You enjoy ...