All Hail the "Dad Friend" of the Group ...Middle East

Every friend group has a "dad friend." But the best part? You don't even have to be a dad. In fact, being the dad friend actually has nothing to do with your age, gender, or parental status.

Similar to a couch friend, bonus friend, or VIP friend, the dad friend is an archetype that nearly every group is likely familiar with. Part protector, part problem solver, the dad friend will always make sure you're on time to the airport . . . even if it means you're two hours too early. They're also likely the one you can count on to mount a TV, fill up your gas tank, or take care of the spider in your room.

But on a deeper level, the dad friend is the person you can turn to for help no matter what, friendship expert Jillian Amodio, LMSW, says. You call them and they're there, which is perhaps one of the biggest reasons why everyone needs a dad friend in their life. More on that below.

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Jillian Amodio, LMSW, is a licensed social worker at Waypoint Wellness Center, which offers therapy and medication management.

What Is a Dad Friend?

"This term applies to the friend who is the caretaker, problem solver, or who often feels parentified in some way," Amodio says. "They are the 'take charge' handlers."

Not to be confused with a "mom friend," who may be way more nurturing, compassionate, and wants to know if you've made it home safely, a dad friend often tells it like it is. Yes, they're dependable, but they're also not overly involved in the emotions of your life. When they do step in, though, they're down to help you figure out anything - usually accompanied by a smile and bad joke or two.

Though the dad friend can look different for every friend group, here are some signs you could be the dad friend, according to Amodio.

Why Dad Friends Are So Important

The dad friend plays a critical role in every friend group. Bringing a laid-back, dependable energy, they can handle problems without being overly dramatic, and they can step up to the plate when plans get derailed. As Amodio adds, "They tend to be the ones who can pull everyone together and handle emergencies."

But perhaps most importantly, dad friends are the quiet saviors of the group. They're the ones who show up because they care - not because they want attention or praise or to be considered a "good friend." Through acts of service, they show their love by fixing things, carrying the heavy stuff, or just being there when no one else knows what to do.

Though it may take time to find a friendship like this, once you have a dad friend, trust that you can rest easy knowing you'll never have to worry about pretty much anything again. (Translation: your gas and jumper cables will always be taken care of.)

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