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Geoffrey Greif

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December 01, 2025

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Name: Anita Bryant
Email: anita.bryant@ssw.umaryland.edu

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Dr. Geoffrey Greif shares his expertise on adult sibling relationships in the Reader’s Digest article.

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Professor Geoffrey Greif is featured in Reader’s Digest discussing how adults can build and sustain genuine friendships with their siblings in the article, “Here’s How to Actually Be Friends with Your Siblings as Adults.” Drawing on his extensive research and his book Adult Sibling Relationships, Dr. Greif explains that many adults consider at least one sibling a close friend and offers practical strategies for navigating the mix of affection, ambivalence, and ambiguity that often shapes these lifelong bonds.

This national spotlight underscores #UMSSW’s leadership in understanding family relationships across the life span and highlights how social work research can help people strengthen everyday connections. Community members are encouraged to read the full Reader’s Digest article to learn more about Dr. Greif’s insights and tips for improving adult sibling relationships.

Read full article, https://www.rd.com/article/sibling-relationship/

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