Can women and men just be friends? The age-old question seems silly, considering plenty of men and women have platonic relationships without any romantic strings attached, but a new study suggests it ...

People often equate closeness between men and women with romance, and it’s not hard to see why. But what if a deep connection exists without any romantic or sexual undertones? That’s where platonic ...

We asked readers to channel their inner Carolyn Hax and answer this question. Some of the best responses are below. Dear Carolyn: I’m a straight man, and I’ve known my closest friend, a straight woman ...

Women are raised to believe that they are the more compassionate and caring sex. They are told from girlhood that their inborn nature is to be friendly, kind, generous, and hospitable, putting others ...