Navigating Adult Friendships

This chapter examines the difficulties of maintaining friendships during established adulthood, particularly in the 30s and 40s. It discusses societal pressures and individual circumstances that contribute to a decline in social networks, highlighting the emotional importance of connections amidst a loneliness epidemic. Furthermore, it emphasizes the need for improved family leave policies and inclusive social spaces to support parents and caregivers while addressing future research on friendship dynamics across diverse experiences.