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The evolutionary psychologist traces the benefits — and drawbacks — of our impulse for spiritual connection
Three books examine the perils of loneliness — a problem that has only intensified during the pandemic — and offer practical solutions as well as the salve of solidarity
The ‘water cooler’ conversation among teams and colleagues is impossible to replicate online
Evolutionary psychologist Robin Dunbar on drink and friendship
Notebook: Staying in touch is easy, but true friendship takes greater effort, writes Helen Lewis
Human brains cannot cope with too many virtual friends, writes Anjana Ahuja
Keeping units lean is best way to scale up successfully
‘Can new forms of communication release the same endorphin buzz as other, older rituals?’
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