Here’s how you can tell if someone is in emotional pain and how to get help

Susan Gallagher of New Horizons Behavioral Health in Columbus says the holiday season can be a great time of stress.

That stress can turn into something more.

There are signs that someone is in emotional pain.

One is that their personality changes, that he or she behaves in ways that do not seem to fit the person’s values.

Another is that the person seems uncharacteristically angry, anxious, agitated or moody, that he or she has trouble controlling their temper.

If a person withdraws from other people and stops taking part in activities he or she used to enjoy or if a person stops taking care of their personal appearance or engages in risky behavior, they might be in emotional stress.

Also, if the person seems overwhelmed by circumstances and feels hopeless he or she likely needs help.

If you recognize that someone in your life is suffering, you should reach out and offer help.

To find more information about where you or someone you love can get help, call the Georgia Crisis and Access Line at 1-800-715-4225.

This story was originally published December 14, 2016 at 6:39 PM with the headline "Here’s how you can tell if someone is in emotional pain and how to get help."