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One-third of Canadians have admitted to feeling lonely and depressed this holiday season, according to a new study.
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A new Maru Public Opinion poll says these feelings are most prevalent in younger Canadians between the ages of 18 and 35.
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Fifty-four per cent of this group say they wish they had someone to reach out to who could comfort them.
Nineteen per cent of those between the ages of 35 to 54 admit to feeling lonely or depressed.
Forty-four per cent of people with incomes under $50,000 feel lonely or depressed while 23% of those making over $50,000 are lonely or depressed, according to the study.
The findings were the same for men and women.
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Those most likely to feel lonely and depressed live in Alberta (14%) and Ontario (13%), followed by those in Quebec (10%), British Columbia (9%), and Manitoba/Saskatchewan/Atlantic Canada (7%).
The study says if you know someone in danger call 911. Those thinking about suicide can call or text 9-8-8 and support is available 24 hours a day, seven days a week. There is also help at the Kids Help Phone (1-800-668-6868) and the Hope for Wellness Help Line (1-855-242-3310).
These findings are from an online panel survey from Dec. 20 to 21, 2023, among a random selection of 1,565 Canadian adults.
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