INTRODUCTION
We all love and adore our friends but when it comes to friendships there are many different
types calling someone a friend is putting trust into someone and loving someone Although these
relationships may have started differently A friend will always be a friend.
WHAT ARE THE DIFFERENT TYPES OF FRIENDSHIPS?
There are different types of friends and each of them has a distinct role in our life.
We learn to appreciate friendship and the different types of friends, with all their
greatness and all their limitations. They all bring something to us, each in their own way.
The important thing is to understand it. Let's see in this sequel what are the characteristics
that differentiate them.
a) Friends out of kidness
We mostly have a utilitarian relationship with these types of friends. However, the link
does not end there. There is a genuine affection, but with very precise limits. These are
the kind of friendships that are forged around a common interest or an exchange of
favors.
Friends of convenience can be a doctor or a lawyer. The ones we look for when we have
issues related to their domain. There is an implicit mutual solidarity pact that is almost
always respected in this type of friendship. What unites is mutual benefit.
b) Intergenerational friends
This type of friendship is very special. It is a friendship between people of very different ages.
This means that they may not be sharing daily activities, but rather some important aspects of
their lives. They are usually not constant friendships, but they are never the less very dee
It is common for this type of friendship to be built between teachers and students. Also
between peers who share the same hobby or interest. These friendships bring us a lot insofar
as the exchange of perspectives is generally very profitable. These are disinterested
relationships in which the true interest of the other predominates.
c) Friend of heart
Heartfelt friends are the ones we can call at 2 a.m. because we have a huge problem. They
listen to us carefully and are by our side in all circumstances. They know everything, or almost,
of our life. We feel confident in their presence and do not need masks since everything is
based on mutual acceptance.
Boyfriends are very rare in life. They're not perfect either, and we may hold a little grudge or
envy them for something. However, affection and availability always prevail.
II/WHAT IS THE ADVANTAGES AND DISADVANTAGES
1) THE ADVANTAGES OF FRIENDSHIP
Good friend are good for your Health. Friends can help you celebrate good times and
provide support during bad times. Friends prevent isolation and loneliness and give you a
chance to offer needed companionship, too. Friends can alsoGood friend are good for
your health. Friends can help you celebrate good times and provide support during bad
times. Friends prevent isolation and loneliness and give you a chance to offer needed
companionship, too. Friends can also:
Increase your sense of belonging and purpose
Boost your happiness and reduce your stress
Improve your self-confidence and self-worth
Help you cope with traumas, such as divorce, serious illness, job loss or the death of a
loved one
Encourage you to change or avoid unhealthy lifestyle habits, such as excessive
drinking or lack of exercise
Friends also play a significant role in promoting your overall health. Adults with strong
social connections have a reduced risk of many significant health problems, including
depression, high blood pressure and an unhealthy body mass index (BMI). In fact, studies
have found that older adults who have meaningful relationships and social support are
likely to live longer than their peers with fewer connections.
2) THE DISADVANTAGES OF FRIENDSHIP
There is a chance for of negative judgment should you not fit in
It provides an avenue for bullying ignorance and hassle should fights occur because of their
close knowledge of you.
Some friendshipsallow you to be bullied, teased and your reputation ruined behind your back
The difference in values when it comes to friendship may result in aggressiveness and
hostility
When there is a fight with in the friendship circle, depression can be caused
Being abandoned by a friend can cause a total destruction to your life
Some friends can squander your money
Having too many friends wastes your time because of trying to give each an attention
Friendship may lead to over-reliance which sometimes can be disappointing
Friends can make you be the one to be blamed in case of any problem
Some friends are not loyal hence they can betray you
Friendship can be a source of peer pressure
Some friends may lead you to make the wrong choices in life
Friendship can be a source of unhealthy competition
Having non-ambitious friends will limit your potential
CONCLUSION
In conclusion, there are many different types of friendships to have
advantages and disadvantages it really just matters about how do you
take on the friendship in Just may have different results throughout all.
