Lacking motivation
Being forgetful or feeling confused
Feeling hopeless
Feeling sad or anxious
Feeling irritable
Being withdrawn
Difficulty
Neglecting
Feeling
Difficulty
Struggling
Spot. Support. Signpost.
Spotting the signs that a friend or family member is struggling can be challenging. Everyone is unique and we all have different ways of showing or talking about our experiences.
You can:
• Be patient.
• Offer emotional support and reassurance. Show your support
• Ask how you can help
• Inform them how to seek help when they’re ready (for example, you could show them our pages on talking to your GP and what might happen at the appointment).
• Look after yourself, and make sure you don’t become unwell yourself.
• Contact a mental health first aider.
Changes in behaviour
Has the person shown any change in their usual behaviours? For example, do they seem less interested in doing their usual activities?
Changes in mood
Has the person shown a change in their mood? For example, seeming less happy or energised than usual?
Changes in thoughts or feelings
Has the person talked about any changes to their thoughts or feelings? For example, feeling hopeless or worried?
Physical changes
Has there been any physical changes, including unexplained aches and pains, feeling sick or agitated? Is self-care being neglected?
Some people may not show any signs that they’re struggling. This doesn’t make their experiences any less real or hard to cope with. It’s always ok to ask someone how they’re doing, even if you’re not sure whether they’re finding things difficult.
Disclaimer: This content is not intended to be a diagnostic tool. Everyone’s mental health journey is unique, and what works for one person may not work for another. If you are struggling with your mental health, we encourage you to seek support from a qualified mental health professional or healthcare provider.
Please visit our website or scan If you feel like you might attempt suicide, or may have seriously harmed yourself, or you need urgent medical help. Please call 999 for an ambulance or go straight to A&E, if you can.
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