An enlightening psychologist, TED speaker, and New York Times bestselling author, Dr. Marisa G. Franco is known for digesting and communicating science in ways that resonate deeply enough with people to change their lives. She works as a professor at The University of Maryland and authored the New York Times bestseller “Platonic: How The Science of Attachment Can Help You Make—and Keep—Friends.” She writes about friendship for Psychology Today and has been a featured connection expert for major publications like The New York Times, The Telegraph, and Vice. She speaks on belonging at corporations, government agencies, non-profits, and universities.
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Stop saying ‘let me know if you need anything,’ says psychologist—how to talk to a friend who’s strugglingMarisa G. Franco, Contributor21 Min AgoUse 7 phrases to make new friends at any age, says psychologist and expert in human connectionMarisa G. Franco, ContributorApril 23, 2024If you have a friend who uses any of these 8 toxic phrases, it may be time to ‘move on’: PsychologistMarisa G. Franco, ContributorFebruary 22, 2024
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