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How do we judge someone’s emotions?

Claudia Hammond chats to All in the Mind Awards judge, writer and former doctor Adam Kay. Adam shares his mental health first aid kit, the importance of saying thank you and why you should nominate someone for an Award. Plus, how do you judge another person’s emotions? New resear ...  Show more

The psychology of ghosting

Have you ever had a partner or friend suddenly stop all communication without any explanation? This week we're talking all about the psychology of ghosting.Is ghosting another person ever acceptable? And if we want to reject someone, how can we do it more kindly? And Claudia visi ...  Show more

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