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 3 helplines in Malta for support.

Feeling disconnected from everyone else.
Increased feelings of stress or anxiety.
Feeling that your physical and/or mental health is suffering.
Feeling unseen or unheard by others.
Being unable to develop deep, meaningful connections with others.
In extreme cases, thoughts of self-harm or suicide.
Feeling fatigued and low in energy.
Feeling a sense of emptiness like there's a void that needs to be filled.

Loneliness can be felt whether you spend a lot of time with others or alone. When you feel lonely, you may feel separate from others or like you don't belong. This can be very isolating and cause a lot of emotional pain.

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 Malta are well-trained in helping people like you who are experiencing extreme loneliness. You will be treated with compassion and zero-judgement.

Consider contacting a hotline in Malta right away for free, private help with feeling lonely.