The five signs someone you know is struggling this Christmas

Loneliness can also be seen in persistent feelings of sadness or worry as Christmas approaches.

People are being urged to watch out for silent signs of loneliness among friends and family this Christmas by national mental health charity Turn2Me.

The charity was founded in 2009 by two brothers, Oisin and Diarmuid Scollard, following their personal experiences after they lost their brother to suicide in 2003.