loneliness

A leading historian says the 'good old days' of knowing your neighbours weren't so rosy after all.
I never thought I’d find myself in an empty house with an uncertain future.
Even with wonderful friends, family and a partner, I don't always want to be surrounded by people.
Nearly one in 10 said they never meet socially with friends or relatives.
Fleabag was onto something with Chatty Wednesdays.
I'm sure you fire off emails, WhatsApp messages, Instagram comments and expect instant responses – our parents’ generation isn’t used to this.
Persevere through the bad mum dates until you find the gold dust, writes guest columnist Robyn Wilder