How to increase the number of friends for a teenager: Useful ways and opportunities Being socially active and having a social circle is important for the development and emotional well-being of a teenager. Increasing the number of friends can be the key to new interesting opportunities and support in difficult situations. Here are some useful ways and opportunities for teenagers to expand their social circle: 1. Get involved in extracurricular activitiesParticipation in school clubs, sports teams, creative clubs or volunteer projects helps you meet new people with common interests. As a rule, Odnoklassniki turn out to be friends for years and will be able to support and, most importantly, understand the teenager, because they themselves live the same thing. Traveling together, pajama parties, going out for shopping, attending some quests or master classes together, everything that happens outside the school walls - all this strengthens and creates friendships.2. Be open to communication It is important to be friendly, be attentive to others and be ready to make new acquaintances. A smile and a friendly demeanor can be the key to making new friendships. The willingness to share not only good, but also bad and negative experiences is also an important communication skill. 3. Use social networks and apps Social networks and dating apps can be a convenient way to find people with common interests and make new connections.4. Participate in Community EventsAttending local events, festivals, concerts or sports games can be a good opportunity to expand your social circle.5. Be Supportive to OthersListening and being supportive to others helps build trust and develop friendships.6. Don't be afraid to take the initiative Sometimes, to make new friendships, you need to initiate contact or invite someone to communicate. You can create general chats for several people who are united by one topic. For example, you can create a chat with those who like to play an instrument, or create a chat with those who attend the same clubs or sports sections.7. Participate in educational or hobby groups Joining groups or courses with a common hobby helps you find people with similar interests and increase your social circle. All kinds of art gliders, outings, or, for example, drawing sketches on city streets in the warm season are a good opportunity to make new acquaintances. Increasing the number of friends for a teenager can be the key to new interesting meetings, support in difficult situations and expanding their horizons. It is important to remember that true friends are valued for their support, mutual respect and understanding. Khanova Svetlana Pavlovna, psychologist-consultant, write in Viber WhatsApp messenger by phone + 7 902 516-00-26