Quiz

Supporting Friends’ Mental Health

How do you help your friends when they are struggling with mental health?

How do you KNOW if someone is dealing with a mental health challenge?

What do you SAY if you think a friend is having a hard time?

What do you DO if you know a friend is struggling?

Take this quiz to see how much you already know about the warning signs of mental health challenges and learn the best ways to support a friend in different situations.

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Scenario 1:

A friend said that they are not sleeping well and have lost their appetite. You also noticed they are skipping school more. What would you do?

Tell them that loss of appetite and having trouble sleeping are signs of mental health challenges and suggest they talk to a mental health professional.

Say that it’s probably not a big deal. Having trouble sleeping and having a change in appetite are normal things that happen sometimes.

Just listen and not give any advice.

Scenario 2:

A friend texts you and says that they are thinking about suicide. What would you do?

Suggest that they call the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline or see a mental health professional right away.

Tell someone else.

Ask them more questions about what they are feeling to see if you should get involved.

Scenario 3:

Your friend has been talking to you a lot about their negative thoughts and emotions. You are starting to feel more negative and exhausted yourself. What do you do?

Talk to a trusted adult about how you are feeling.

Just keep being present for them.

Do something for yourself that makes you happy.