BETRAYAL AMONG FRIENDS: EMOTIONAL, SOCIAL, AND PSYCHOLOGICAL DIMENSIONS

Authors

  • Baymatov Abduaziz Abdujabbarovich Senior teacher, Jizzakh State Pedagogical University

Keywords:

Betrayal, friendship, trust, loyalty, interpersonal relationships, social dynamics, emotional consequences, friendship dissolution, healing and resilience.

Abstract

This article explores the phenomenon of betrayal among friends, analyzing its emotional, social, and psychological dimensions. It examines the forms and manifestations of betrayal, including breaches of trust, abandonment, and deceit, and highlights the profound emotional impact on individuals, such as grief, anger, and long-term mistrust. Drawing on psychological research, literary examples, and cultural reflections, the study emphasizes how betrayal disrupts interpersonal relationships and challenges foundational expectations of loyalty. The article also discusses pathways to healing and trust reconstruction, offering insights into the resilience and adaptive strategies individuals employ after betrayal. By integrating scholarly research with real-life narratives and English language expressions, the article provides a comprehensive examination of betrayal as a universal aspect of human relationships.

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Published

2026-03-09

How to Cite

Baymatov Abduaziz Abdujabbarovich. (2026). BETRAYAL AMONG FRIENDS: EMOTIONAL, SOCIAL, AND PSYCHOLOGICAL DIMENSIONS. Journal of Applied Science and Social Science, 16(03), 81–83. Retrieved from https://www.internationaljournal.co.in/index.php/jasass/article/view/3617

Issue

Vol. 16 No. 03 (2026): Journal of Applied Science and Social Science

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