It was Valentine’s Day, a time when people can feel really lonely, and as a YouGov survey revealed that 1 in 10 people across the UK say that they don't have any close friends or connections, I was paired with Consultant Psychiatrist Dr Tharaka to talk through loneliness and the science behind the importance of connections. With the help of some well thought out graphics, I helped him talk through the difference between loneliness and social isolation, and give meaningful advice on what to do if people are struggling with being alone, particularly at this time of year.

ROLE: RESEARCHER