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?

Scenario 2:

A friend tells you they have been nervous about talking with their parents about something serious. They say they worry all the time about how their parents will react. They get really stressed. Sometimes, it gets to the point where they struggle to breathe or concentrate. How would you respond?

Scenario 3:

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

Scenario 4:

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?