Heading Home for the Holidays
Handling Mental Health Conversations With Family During the Holidays
“The holiday season can bring us so much cheer and emotional wealth, including the opportunity to reunite with family and loved ones. As we adjust to a new routine and, at times, a new environment around the holidays, it can also be difficult to navigate the mental health challenges we may be facing or bringing back home with us. These mental health conversations with family can often be met with silence, discomfort, or even misunderstanding. However, sharing our mental health struggles with our families is a crucial step towards building understanding, empathy, and a support system.”
