What if I find it hard to make new friends?

Discover how to make new friends with practical strategies like joining interest groups and improving social skills, even if you’re naturally shy or introverted.

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Making new friends can sometimes feel like a huge challenge, especially during your teenage years when social circles and interests are rapidly changing. It's perfectly normal to find it difficult to connect with new people or to feel nervous about stepping into new social situations. Understanding why this can be challenging and exploring strategies to overcome these difficulties can be incredibly helpful. Why Making Friends Can Be Difficult During Teenage Years During the teenage years, there are several factors at play that can make forming new friendships challenging. These include: Self-Identity: Teenagers are often still discovering who they are, what...
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