Touch is — or was — one of the fundamental ways that we relate to one another. Researcher Helena Wasling and psychologist Guy Winch explain what we can do to ease the difficulty of being without this physical connection.
The holidays are going to be challenging, with some of us still separated from the people and traditions we love — but there are still ways to find joy, says psychologist Adia Gooden PhD.
It’s ironic but true: The best thing for your nervous system is another human and the worst thing for your nervous system is another human. Neuroscientist Lisa Feldman Barrett tells us why.
We’ve all felt lonely from time to time. But sometimes, things can get out of hand. Psychologist Guy Winch lays out some straightforward tips to deal with the pain of deep loneliness.
Studies show the health benefits of sharing our private hopes and fears with trusted confidantes. But what if you’re on your own?
