You Can Have Both: Quality and Quantity in Friendships | Science News

New research reveals humans can crave both deep, intimate friendships and a broad social network—challenging old ideas that you must pick one over the other. Scientists found most people want a mix of quality and quantity in their relationships, likening it to evolutionary strategies in animals. Loneliness, as harmful as smoking, makes understanding these preferences vital. Those with wider networks often have more support available, while those seeking emotional depth may feel unfulfilled, triggering an internal alarm. The takeaway? Recognizing your own social needs is key to building truly satisfying connections, whether online or offline. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/5ea0604baafb24a0