India, Oct. 13 -- The festive season is when people usually feel the most homesick. They are emotionally charged times, as they are often associated with belonging, shared rituals, family connections and a sense of continuity.

"When people are away from home during the season, the contrast between how they expect to feel and how they actually feel can intensify loneliness," shared Dr Hamza Hussain with HT Lifestyle. "This is particularly relevant for students, young professionals, migrants and individuals living away from their families."

He went on to elaborate on how being away from home affects mental health in the festive season, which is presented as follows.

Dr Hussain pointed out that loneliness is not about being physically alo...