Helplines in Shanghai, China.

Feeling lonely? Get free support from a hotline in Shanghai, China

Loneliness is something that everyone experiences from time to time. But when loneliness doesn't go away, it can start to have a serious impact on your mental and physical wellbeing. If you're struggling with these symptoms of chronic loneliness, reach out to one of 1 helplines in Shanghai, China for support.

• Feeling that life is meaningless.
• Feeling extremely tired and even burnt out when you try to socialize.
• Feeling hopeless, like you'll be lonely forever.
• Feeling that nobody "gets" you.
• Feeling frustrated, anxious or irritable.
• Feeling that your physical and/or mental health is suffering.
• Feeling a sense of emptiness like there's a void that needs to be filled.
• A lack of close friends.

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.

Talking to someone who cares about what you're experiencing can help you feel less alone. Calling a hotline will connect you with someone like this. Helpline volunteers and counselors in Shanghai, China will offer you a listening ear and will work through difficult emotions with you.

If you think you might need support with loneliness, consider contacting a helpline in Shanghai, China for free, confidential help.