♬♫It’s the most wonderful time of the year♫♫ So why are you having those negative thoughts? Why are you feeling sad / worried / upset / confused?You’re not allowed to feel like this at Christmas, are you?
It’s not that easy is it? Just because it’s meant to be a joyful and happy time, doesn’t mean it is for everyone. You can’t just switch those feelings off just because it’s Christmas. This time of year can actually heighten these feelings. The festive period can cause people to become more depressed, angry, upset, lonely, anxious etc.
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Someone on your side
If you need to talk then Meic is someone on your side. Our helpline advisors provide information, advice and advocacy to children and young people aged up to 25 in Wales. Just because it’s Christmas our support doesn’t stop, our advisors are there for you, even on Christmas day. The helpline will be open from 8am to midnight every day of the week. All contacts are confidential, anonymous and free. Contact details at the bottom of the page.
If you need help outside of Meic’s opening hours then contact NHS 111 Wales by calling 111; the Samaritans on 116123 (or if you prefer to talk in Welsh call 0808 164 0123); or Childline on 0800 1111.
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Articles of interest
Take a look at our blog section – there may be a blog relevant to what you’re going through right now. There’s lots of informative blogs as well as Grab the Meic (an agony aunt section where people have contacted us for advice on all kinds of issues).
If you’re looking for some specific Christmas advice here’s a couple from our archive:
- Coping with Grief at Christmas
- Home From University for Christmas
- Christmas: It’s not the most wonderful time of the year for some young people
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To finish, all our advisors would like to wish you all the best this Christmas and are always there for you throughout the year.
