(The Conversation is an independent and nonprofit source of news, analysis and commentary from academic experts. )Jessica D. Ayers, Boise State University and Athena Aktipis, Arizona State University(THE CONVERSATION) Despite how natural friendship can feel, people rarely stop to analyze it. How do you know when someone will make a good friend?
Friendships aren’t just about keeping score – new psychology research looks at why we help our friends when they need it
