Helplines in Australia for loneliness.
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Feeling lonely? Get free support from a hotline in Australia
It's normal to experience periods of loneliness. However, if you've been feeling lonely for a long time, you may be worried about whether it will ever end. If you notice the symptoms below, you may be experiencing chronic loneliness. Fortunately, there are 13 helplines in Australia that can help you.
- Wanting to connect with others but feeling held back by social anxiety.
- Feeling hopeless, like you'll be lonely forever.
- Experiencing sleep problems such as insomnia, or interrupted sleep.
- Feeling very sad and experiencing an overall low mood.
- Feeling that nobody "gets" you.
- Increased feelings of stress or anxiety.
- Feeling unseen or unheard by others.
- Feeling worthless and full of self-doubt.
Everybody is prone to feeling lonely, even in the company of others. It's especially common to feel lonely when you're not connecting with others in a meaningful way. When you're not connecting with others in a way that meets your social needs, you may feel extremely isolated.
Taking the first step to ask for support can feel daunting. You may not be sure what to expect or whether you'll be understood. However, helpline staff in Australia are well-trained in helping people like you who are experiencing extreme loneliness. You will be treated with compassion and zero-judgement.
For free and confidential support with experiences of loneliness, consider contacting a hotline in Australia today.
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