Obsession

No nonsense trends, no impossible goals, just simple, straightforward advice for good health-keeping. This month… From stress-related cortisol to ‘orgasmic’ oxytocin, Polly Vernon shares all she’s learned about hormonal health

Research reveals there’s a gap between how ‘liked’ you think you are and how much your friends, colleagues and acquaintances really do enjoy your company. Acting health editor Chloe Gray reports on how to bridge it

While there are an infinite number of ways obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD) can impact a person, OCD UK notes that it can typically fall under one of the following five categories

It’s party season – whether it’s your work summer do, a wedding, end-of-term socials for your kids, or just a barbecue with friends. There’s a lot of mixing, mingling and making small talk in this glo

When your brain wants you to stay safe, sometimes it plays games with you…

Medical labels have undeniable upsides, but a new book argues that the increasing pathologisation of everyday differences can do more harm than good… and doesn’t always lead to better outcomes. What’s the solution?