Samaritans offer support for 'empty nest syndrome'

Mon, 10 Oct 2016

A local charity is offering support to parents who have children at university.

Samaritans Isle of Man is keen to help mums and dads suffering from 'empty nest syndrome' after their youngsters leave to attend higher education.

Concerns over how their kids will cope living away from home can cause parents to be anxious.

Manx students have been heading across over the last few weeks for the start of the new academic year at univeristy.

Anyone wishing to speak to a Samaritan volunteer can call 116123.