The Science to Making Friends in D.C.
Did you know there’s a science to making friends? Psychologist and D.C. local Marisa G. Franco has been researching friendship, and she shares some tips with us. Let’s be real: we could all use some advice on how to build friendships in this transient city of ours.
Dr. Franco’s book “Platonic: How the Science of Attachment Can Help You Make--and Keep--Friends" comes out today. Get it now for more friendship advice.
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