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So someone makes contact with you because they are having MH difficulties, where do you start?
First, LISTEN
Put distractions away and don't wade in with advice. Let them know you are listening and hearing them.
Some people find this hard. It's not. Don't judge or jump in, unless they want to kkow you're still listening. Prove that.
Put distractions away and don't wade in with advice. Let them know you are listening and hearing them.
Some people find this hard. It's not. Don't judge or jump in, unless they want to kkow you're still listening. Prove that.
Second No ADVICE
Sounds silly, but unless they are wanting advice, then this can close down the conversation. Remember what they are talking about at first might not be their true problem and they could be testing the water.
Help taking the next step, yes. Let them ask.
Sounds silly, but unless they are wanting advice, then this can close down the conversation. Remember what they are talking about at first might not be their true problem and they could be testing the water.
Help taking the next step, yes. Let them ask.
Last. NO JUDGEMENT
Judge and they may never come back to you. Or even trust others or a professional. This could be the first time they approached the subject. See step 1.
Judge and they may never come back to you. Or even trust others or a professional. This could be the first time they approached the subject. See step 1.
