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It’s not your job to be the psychiatrist , nor do you have the expertise to do so.I've had a close mate talk about this. Unsure what to tell him tbh.
In a few weeks time we pause for RUOK day.
A conversation could change a life | R U OK?
R U OK? is a suicide prevention charity in Australia, encouraging all of us to notice the signs of mental health struggle in friends, family, and colleagues, and start meaningful conversations that offer support and care to those in need. A conversation can change a life.
^^^^ It’s a good resource and all you need to do is check in with your mate and make him/her/they feel that connection with you or other people or professionals is definitely the right path.
1. Ask
2. Listen.
3. Encourage action.
4. Check in.