"A potent examination of mental illness. Foulkes is a compassionate, rational guide through modern-day mental issues that are neither easily categorized nor treated. Helpful to anyone interested in a deeper understanding of psychological distress." -- Kirkus "Reflecting the unusual career of its author Nichola Raihani, The Social Instinct fascinatingly combines vivid descriptions of the rich varieties of cooperation that exist in the natural world with thoughtful insights into how cooperation between humans is in some ways surprisingly similar and in others very different. A great read." -- Matthew Taylor, Chief Executive of the NHS Confederation "[A] compassionate debut.Foulkes's research is thorough, and her explanations of mental health are accessible.There's plenty of insight on offer in this comprehensive survey.

" -- Publishers Weekly "This is a book that calls for nuance in answering difficult questions.To Foulkes, the way forward is in acceptance of a hard truth: we need to support everyone who is struggling in a way geared to their needs; we need a different conversation about managing life's sadness." -- The Times (London) "Dr. Foulkes writes exquisitely well about this complex subject. Engaging and lucid, her book illuminates a subject relevant to all of us." -- Sarah-Jayne Blakemore, author of Inventing Ourselves: The Secret Life of the Teenage Brain "Blending thoughtful analysis, clinical vignettes and her own young adult experience of depression, Foulkes skillfully examines key themes in the youthful onset of common mental disorders. Eloquently written and thoroughly researched, it is a welcome addition to the field." -- B.

Janet Hibbs and Anthony Rostain, authors of The Stressed Years of Their Lives.