Lydia Denworth

@LydiaDenworth

Science journalist and speaker. Contributing editor Blogger Author of FRIENDSHIP (). In stores now.

Brooklyn, NY
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Joined September 2013
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    Mar 12

    Helping each other in a time of crisis is a fundamental part of friendship. We shouldn't lose sight of that now. Friends will help us cope. We just have to be more creative about how we help and interact.

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  2. Jun 4

    Check out my Q&A with Civil Rights attorney for . She shares her view on how we got here and how researchers can help reduce bias against black Americans.

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    Jun 4

    We cannot "characterize officers involved in misconduct as 'a few bad apples.' I think we all need to admit that it’s not a few bad apples; it’s a rotten apple tree." Check out my Q&A w/ about racism, policing, & legal tools for reform in

    Civil rights attorney explains how researchers can help reduce bias against black Americans throughout the legal system.
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  4. Jun 1

    Count me in on the work of finding a way forward toward a better society. That work can include protests but it MUST include political involvement at the federal, state and local level. We need leaders who are responsive to these concerns.

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  5. Jun 1

    Like everyone, I’ve been shaken by the death of George Floyd and so many other Black people at the hands of police. I’m deeply moved by the enormity, emotion and power of the peaceful protests and heartbroken by the continuing injustices that inspired them.

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    May 21

    Here's an updated infographic on risk and harm reduction tips, now with a few additions and edits. For anyone interested in translating, please check out the instructions and materials on 's github!

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  7. May 30

    Tradition. First farmer’s market kettle corn of the season. Open it in the car and eat half before I get home.

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  8. May 29

    Made a friend on our sunset walk yesterday.

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  9. Retweeted
    May 28

    Did you know that it takes 200 hours of being with someone to consider them your best friend?!

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  10. May 28

    Today I am leading a session at on the implications and importance of friendship for all aspects of our lives, in times of crisis and times of calm. Join me for the live broad cast at 5:30pm/est. Register here:

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  11. May 27

    Pleased to be part of this issue. I reported on how the pandemic might end.

    Insightful strong journalism by , , and more
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  12. May 27

    This week on I join & to discuss the science behind friendship and why we as humans need social interactions for our mental and physical health. This was a fun interview! Check it out here:

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    May 26

    On June 9, join editor , reporter , and TON co-founder at a virtual independent bookstore event for The Craft of Science Writing

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  14. May 26

    The science on friendship gives people permission to spend more time with friends, and focus on the friends who matter most. Having this message sink in, on a wide scale, is one silver lining of an otherwise horrible pandemic.

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  15. May 24

    Morning at JDFarms

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  16. May 22

    The COVID-19 pandemic has changed the behavior of most Americans. Handshakes have turned into elbow bumps. Work is conducted remotely. Socializing happens virtually. Now the adoption of masks is happening at a surprising pace. Check out my latest in

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  17. May 21

    Had a great conversation with on the Future Squared podcast! We discussed the psychology of friendship, digital friendships, and more. Listen to the full episode here:

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  18. May 20

    It was a pleasure talking with Dr. Bradford Cooper () on the ins and outs of friendship. Listen to the full episode on the Catalyst Health, Wellness and Performance Podcast here.

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  19. May 19

    I wrote about how the adoption of masks is happening at a surprising pace in America. Here’s how masks are becoming the norm in many place and the barriers that remain…

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  20. May 18

    What does it mean to be a good friend? I joined & to discuss the science behind friendship. Check out our full conversation on .

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    May 16

    20 book recommendations from organizational psychologist focused on evaluating how you think and how you act... Featuring & more

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