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Between fighting friends

Hello: My friends are always fighting and I'm always caught in the middle and one of them is always depressed and she says that it's because of me and my other friend.

Karla

Hi Karla: It's not a fun being caught between fighting friends, but you can use that position to your advantage. Try to help them see each other's point of view. If they are both your friends stay a friend to both. Watch that your words do not add to the tension.

Is your friend really “always depressed” or “sometimes bummed?” If she is truly “always depressed” you may need to get a parent involved. There may be other things going on that need attention. If she is just “sometimes bummed” point out the difference. Her exaggerated words may be contributing to her problems.

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Sam
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