Helplines in Kenya.

Struggling with loneliness? Reach out to a helpline for free support in Kenya

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 Kenya for support.

• Connecting with people on a shallow level only.
• Finding it hard to concentrate, focus, and make decisions.
• Drinking or using substances to cope with negative feelings.
• Feeling hopeless, like you'll be lonely forever.
• Feeling disconnected from everyone else.
• Feeling worthless and full of self-doubt.
• Experiencing sleep problems such as insomnia, or interrupted sleep.
• Feeling that your physical and/or mental health is suffering.

When loneliness is experienced for a long time, it's usually because you're not connecting with others on a deep level. People were made to experience meaningful connections, so when we feel disconnected from others, it can have a negative impact on our wellbeing.

You may be reluctant to ask for help, especially if it feels like nobody will relate to you and understand what you're going through. But getting help can relieve the emotional burden you're carrying and help you feel less isolated. There are compassionate helpline volunteers and counselors in Kenya that want to support you.

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