Support dos and don'ts from breast cancer survivors. Oct. 9, 2013— -- intro: Whether your friend or family member is newly diagnosed or in the midst of treatment, she's unlikely to be wowed by ...

My best friend’s husband is verbally abusive toward her. They have been together for over 10 years, and over the last year in particular, his behavior has escalated. I’m concerned for my friend’s ...

Carolynn Spezza and her family lost their home to the 2015 Valley Fire. This post was originally published in 2017, and therefore doesn’t include COVID-19 safety or social distancing guidance. Please ...

Content warning: This article discusses mentions of abuse. We often think we can immediately recognize the signs of an unhealthy relationship right away — until it happens to someone close to us.

Practical, compassionate ways to support a friend with bipolar disorder — without burning out or saying the wrong thing. Caring about a friend with bipolar disorder can feel confusing, draining, and ...

Before you start writing a letter of recommendation for a friend, clarify the purpose of the letter itself. Is it for a job, graduate school, a volunteer position, or something else? Understanding the ...

Let’s say it’s someone you know. You may be wondering, What’s the best thing to do or say? … Or not say? All too often survivors and advocates say even well-intentioned people get some fundamentals ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Dr. Tracy Brower writes about joy, community and the future of work. Having a good friend is one of the best things you can do for ...

Gloria (not her real name) is going through a very difficult divorce. Her husband has had an affair and now blames Gloria for the affair and the divorce. “Jack feels neglected and says I am too ...

As anyone who has ever struggled with infertility will tell you, the experience can be incredibly isolating, with silent losses, quiet moments of grieving, and precious, hushed celebrations. The ...