How to own your awkwardness

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

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

An expert reveals how to find out if you are autistic without navigating long waiting lists or spending thousands

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?

Finding out that someone doesn’t like you can feel crippling, but accepting that you won’t always get along with everyone can be truly liberating

The mental illness epidemic