The festival of lights is known to lift people’s spirits but that may not always be the case, especially for those who are living on their own or predisposed to feeling isolated. Two mental health experts share how loneliness during this season is different from that experienced otherwise and how people can overcome it
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Since people are usually with others during the rest of the year, this changes during festivals and everyone spends time with their respective families, says Dr Kersi Chavda. Image for representational purpose only. Photo: istock
The festive season is here and for Indians, Diwali, like any other festival, brings a lot of joy. It is especially true for people who have grown up around relatives who visited during this time, spending time gorging on traditional sweets and exchanging gifts. Since Diwali was dim last time around, people are leaving no stone unturned to meet friends and family this year.
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