What are friends for? Scientists say a healthier life.

    There is a lot of new research regarding the importance of friends – and scientists suggest that friendships affect our health, and even longevity.

    There is a lot of new research regarding the importance of friends – and scientists suggest that friendships affect our health, and even longevity. WHYY’s Behavioral Health reporter Maiken Scott spoke with psychologist Dan Gottlieb about the findings:

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