College Friendships

College Friendships 101: Getting Through the First Semester

Dr. Irene S. Levine | Posted 01.15.2012

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Moving from a small school where you knew everyone for many years to a large, anonymous university campus with thousands of students is a big change that requires a period of adjustment. But many other freshmen are likely to be in the same boat as you.

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The Challenges of Making Friends on a Large Campus

Dr. Irene S. Levine | Posted 11.17.2011

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QUESTION Dear Irene, I'm a college freshman at a large state university. I chose not to join a sorority because it's really not my thing, and I've h...

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6 Tips for Letting Go of a Toxic Friendship---Gently

Dr. Irene S. Levine | Posted 11.17.2011

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Question: How do you back away from an unhealthy friendship without hurting someone's feelings? Answer: Here are a few tips to help you handle a ...

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The elephant in the room: My once-BFF

Dr. Irene S. Levine | Posted 11.17.2011

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QUESTION: Hi Irene, I love your blog and read it all the time; you offer such great advice. Now I have some problems of my own and was wondering if...

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