Aristotle (center), wearing a blue robe, seen in a discourse with Plato in a 16th century fresco, 'The School of Athens' by Raphael. Pascal Deloche/Stone via Getty Images While most love songs are ...

Friendship is a central issue in Aristotle’s ethics, but several questions require clarification. In particular, does Aristotle assign a unitary nature to it? This article argues that Aristotle does ...

Friendship may sometimes feel complicated, but it turns out that recognizing your true friends can be surprisingly simple. There are some fundamental elements that every close bond — including those ...

I have been inspired to look at a broader definition of friendship. I enjoy thinking about friendships who fit nicely into concentric circles, with soulmates and close friends in one’s inner circle.

A true friendship is worth a thousand superficial acquaintances. At least that's what a recent study conducted by Professor Nathalie Pennington of Colorado State University, in partnership with the ...

Friendship is often described as one of life’s greatest buffers against stress and loneliness. But when the balance tips and you find yourself giving far more than you receive, the relationship can ...

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Atlantic editor Julie Beck is winding down "The Friendship Files," a years-long series of interviews with friends about their friendship. She talks to Ayesha Rascoe about what she's learned. Over the ...

Emily Katz does not work for, consult, own shares in or receive funding from any company or organization that would benefit from this article, and has disclosed no relevant affiliations beyond their ...