Welcome to Susan's, Ashley.

There's a lot of good information and good people here. You might be interested in the threads in the Significant Other section, but look through all of it that you are interested in. Settle in, pull up a keyboard, and explore.
Be sure to look under the Announcements heading. There you will find the rules we live by in this little world of ours: "Site Terms of Service and Rules to Live By", "Standard Terms and Definitions", and "Post Ranks". Look through the other stuff there, too, like "Age and the Forums".
I sometimes think this is harder on those around us. They get dragged along as we try to understand and become our true selves. I hope you can find the support you need here to help you support your friend.
Happy exploring.

- Kate