Friendship basics: an introduction
Why Women Need Friends. The biology of friendship: to "tend and befriend"
Friendship in context: social relationships in the twenty-first century
"Friendology" : the science of friendship
Friendship Chronology. Early childhood: first friends
Adolescent friendships: seeking ourselves in our friends
Emerging adulthood: decisions, decisions
Coupled up, but no kids yet
Motherhood: kids on board
The midlife years: reconnecting with ourselves and seeking companions
The long road home: community and friendship in older adulthood
Making Friends, Starting With Yourself. Understanding who you are as a friend
Roadblocks to friendships
Taking a Census of Your Circle of Friends. Mapping out your friendscape
Redesigning your social support landscape
Strategies for Survival: Building And Maintaining Lasting Friendships. Building strong friendships from the beginning
Tips to strengthen existing friendships
Friendship in the digital age: technology keeps us connected, sometimes!
Full-time friend, part-time lover: making friends with your mate
Coming full circle with a circle of friends.