I wonder how much of a role this plays in anxiety/depression issues. We are social creatures as they say, and not experiencing comforting social interactions on a regular basis could probably have devastating effects. My anxiety issues started back in 2010, which was around the same time my friend group started to shrink, and the friendships I still had weren't as comforting and rewarding as they used to be. If I'm being honest with myself, I've pretty much been a loner ever since then. I still have friends, some of which I value a lot, but the relationships just aren't as rewarding as the relationships I had during my childhood.
If seeing my brother for just 2 1/2 days had this much of a positive effect on me, I can only imagine what having a true best friend would do.
If seeing my brother for just 2 1/2 days had this much of a positive effect on me, I can only imagine what having a true best friend would do.