Science says your group chat might be medicine.
Research shows that regular face-to-face time with close female friends boosts oxytocin and endorphins—key hormones linked to stress relief, emotional regulation, and long-term mental health. There’s no magic number of days, but experts agree: consistent social connection isn’t a luxury, it’s biological care.
Source: University of Oxford (Robin Dunbar), American Psychological Association, Harvard Health Publishing
