Mind yourself this Christmas: How to care for your mental health during the festive period
It’s no surprise that many people find the festive period to be a tough time. By Hayley Halpin Thursday 24 Dec 2020, 6:45 AM Dec 24th 2020, 6:45 AM 12,135 Views 13 Comments
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CHRISTMAS TIME CAN be an incredibly stressful time for many people.
With so much going on and so many demands on your time and attention, it’s no surprise that many people find the festive period to be a tough time.
It’s not unusual for people living with mental health conditions to feel overwhelmed by the festivities.
Return of household visits: How to deal with tense conversations this Christmas
A survey last month said 43% of people expected family disagreements about Covid risks when making festive plans. By Orla Dwyer Friday 18 Dec 2020, 6:00 AM Dec 18th 2020, 6:00 AM 14,142 Views 4 Comments
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NEW MEASURES ON household visits and inter-county travel take effect today, allowing people to move between counties and visit up to two other households indoors.
This is aimed at allowing people to see family and friends over Christmas, likely seeing some people for the first time in several months due to the tightening of restrictions.