While the holidays can be a joyful time, they can also be a source of sadness, anxiety and stress. If you are sad or struggling around the holidays, it’s important to check in with family and friends to help them understand what you are going through.
As we navigate a second holiday season during a pandemic, we are faced with grief, loss and continuous change that may impact and cause confusion around how we celebrate the holidays. Open communication will help you understand and honor your loved one’s feelings and preferences about holiday gatherings that may have changed from before the pandemic or last year to now.
Holidays may not be the same; however, there are ways to find peace and moments of joy. Magellan Healthcare has prepared resources to help. We encourage you to use these free resources and the information on this page, and share with family, friends and colleagues.
Resources and Information
Materials and information to manage stress and get the most out of this holiday season
Comprehensive behavioral health information and tools - from our newly updated Mind Your Mental Health educational initiative to our mental health screening tools and much more
Everything you need to manage worry, anxiety and associated issues around school, finances and taking care of others during the COVID-19 pandemic
49% of Americans say that COVID-19 has forever changed the way they celebrate the holidays.1
44% say that preparing for the holidays is stressful.1
39% say that family gatherings during the holidays are stressful.1
2021 Holiday Emotional Wellbeing Webinar
Magellan Healthcare Programs and Services
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Sign up to receive information and updates from Magellan Healthcare on behavioral health webinars and education!1 Collage Group Holidays and Occasions Survey, May 2021