26/11/2025
As we approach December, we would like to highlight some of the issues we know people are currently struggling with at this time of year.
- Darker days, feeling less energised, motivated and productive
- Feeling the pressure and demands of Christmas, which can cause people to feel overwhelmed
- Heavy workload and mock exams for students
- Burn out for teenagers in their final years at school, mental and physical health declining
- Strain on relationships
- Issues with food/body image can become harder at this time of year
- School absence - children can struggle to keep going in and the pressure of absences take its toll on the whole family
- Increase in anxiety as demands increase
- Social anxiety increases, as higher demands to spend time with people
- People mask more, which can lead to melt downs or shut down
- Loneliness, poor self worth for those who already do not feel good enough
- Managing family life
- Bereavement/loss
- Suicidal thoughts
- Self harm
- The management of addictions can become harder
At Tunbridge Wells Counselling, we know that the winter months can be challenging. Appointments are available in December, please get in touch if you are in need of talking to someone.
www.tunbrigewellscounselling.co.uk
07950 675640
