Lydia Smith
Freelance health & science journalist. Work/psych/careers for @YahooFinanceUK. Sci/MH @LiveScience @Happifulhq. Psych in training - MSc psychology @UofGlasgow
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1 week ago |
aol.co.uk | Lydia Smith
In many workplaces, communication is built for the neurotypical. Instructions are often vague, feedback is wrapped in subtle social cues and important guidance gets buried in casual Slack messages. It’s a system that expects everyone to just 'read between the lines' – which can leave many excluded. For some neurodivergent people, who use language literally, this can mean a constant struggle to understand the intended meaning of a communication.
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2 weeks ago |
sg.finance.yahoo.com | Lydia Smith
Lydia Smith · Journalist specialising in lifestyle, pop culture and social commentary features Wed, 11 Jun 2025, 12:00 am 5 min read Pregnancy isn’t an easy ride. Exhaustion and sickness aside, expectant parents often find themselves doing mental gymnastics to work out how, or if, they’ll afford to take maternity leave. For many, the financial stress and anxiety can take away from the excitement of having a baby, especially for those who are self-employed.
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2 weeks ago |
aol.co.uk | Lydia Smith
Pregnancy isn’t an easy ride. Exhaustion and sickness aside, expectant parents often find themselves doing mental gymnastics to work out how, or if, they’ll afford to take maternity leave. For many, the financial stress and anxiety can take away from the excitement of having a baby, especially for those who are self-employed.
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2 weeks ago |
aol.co.uk | Lydia Smith
It’s human nature to want to be liked. We are inherently social creatures that have survived throughout history thanks to our inclusion in groups. And although we no longer need others to help us hunt for food or protect against predators, the need to be accepted is still a crucial part of our psyche. Sometimes, though, the need to be liked by others can be problematic – especially at work.
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3 weeks ago |
aol.co.uk | Lydia Smith
Our workplaces are always evolving, whether it’s companies bringing back workers into offices, or integrating artificial intelligence into day-to-day tasks. But one thing that has remained a constant throughout the decades is the importance of "soft skills". According to a survey of 1,000 employees and managers, 84% agreed that prospective employees need to have these abilities like good communication, emotional intelligence and problem solving skills if they’re going to be hired.
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Statutory maternity pay and maternity allowance are worth less than half of the weekly National Living Wage. The consequence? New mums are having to sacrifice their mental & physical health to feed their families. My latest @YahooFinanceUK #maternitycrisis https://t.co/Y7mYWFGOdr
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