Friendships can provide many benefits like having someone to share feelings with, learn new skills from, and find support in. There are different types of friendships like same gender, boy-girl, and group. Some qualities of good friendships include shared interests, trust, honesty, respect, reliability, and support. To make friends, one should participate in social activities, be confident and cheerful, treat others how you want to be treated, and understand that no one is perfect. Positive effects of friends include companionship and emotional support, while negative effects can include feelings of betrayal or broken expectations.