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This article was co-authored by Christy Irvine, PhD. Dr. Christy Irvine is a Licensed Clinical Psychologist and the owner of her private practice out of Portland, Oregon. With over 10 years of experience, she specializes in individual and couples therapy using various techniques including Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Interpersonal-Process Therapy, and Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT). Dr. Irvine holds a B.A. in Psychology from Whitman College and a Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology from The University of Connecticut. This article has been viewed 452,399 times.
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Article SummaryXTo tell if someone is your friend, think about how it feels when you spend time together. Do you enjoy each other’s company? Are you able to open up and be yourself around them? Do you often have deep conversations? If so, they are probably a friend. Friends are also respectful and supportive. Think about whether the other person celebrates your successes, is there for you when you’re having a hard time, and makes time for you even when they’re busy. On the other hand, someone who’s usually not there for you, says unkind things, or doesn’t respect your boundaries is not a good friend. For more tips from our Social Work co-author, like how to tell if your friend respects your boundaries, keep reading!
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