6 Reasons Why Making Friends Is Hard

During this self isolation period, it must have been very difficult making friends. But now that some of you are free, are you looking for advice on how to make friends? Making friends can be hard, especially when you're socially awkward, introverted, or shy. Whether you’re maintaining old friendships or establishing new ones, everyone runs into challenges at some point in life. But don’t fear! Here’s your chance to learn. Let us know if you relate to some of these common problems.

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Credits
Writer: Gabrielle LaFrank
Script Editor & Manager: Kelly Soong
VO: Amanda Silvera
Animator: Tenzin Wangmo
YouTube Manager: Cindy Cheong

Citations
Cummins, Denise. “Why You Might Find It Harder to Make New Friends.” Psychology Today, Sussex Publishers, 9 Feb. 2015, www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/good-thinking/201502/why-you-might-find-it-harder-make-new-friends.

Williams, Alex. “Why Is It Hard to Make Friends Over 30?” The New York Times, The New York Times, 13 July 2012, www.nytimes.com/2012/07/15/fashion/the-challenge-of-making-friends-as-an-adult.html.