Telling your friend how you really feel is a good way to practice self-advocacy.

Rachel advises a teen on grieving the loss of a dear friend.

How to handle being friends with the girl who has everything.

What girls really need to know about friendships.

Learn why Guest Blogger Emily Gaines Buchler believes the BFF should not be encouraged.

Dear Rachel, I admit I'm in a clique...

Anna didn't have a conventional last-summer-before-college with my friends -- and it turned out to be exactly what she needed.

What to do when your friend is paying attention to a phone instead of you.

Rachel's advice on handling conflicts offline.

It's normal to be nervous to meet people, but allow relationships to develop in their own time.