Friends Matter—and Family, Too

Psychology Today | 24.06.2026 20:02
Overwhelming evidence supports the idea that healthy relationships are key to our health and well-being. The late eminent social psychologist Chris Peterson summed up the entire field of positive psychology in three words: “Other People Matter.” It’s our close relationships that help us flourish. Not only do close, supportive connections feel good, but they are also good for us.