Vardaan Clinics
Health Care Tips
Descriptions
DO’S
Do listen without judgement, Be available to really listen to the person with an open mind, Let them know they have your unconditional support and make your words and actions back that up
Do ask questions . By asking questions about how they feel, their symptoms or what can be done to help it shows you care.
Do encourage them to get help. If the person isn’t being treated for their mental health issue, let them know help is available. If they are not ready to discuss treatment will you, provide them with some information to read when they are.
DON’TS
Don’t say you know how they feel do not compare your feelings to what they are going through (unless you’ve actually experienced the same thing)
Don’t give the person a pep talk. You may be inclined to tell the person that everything will be okay and they should just cheer up.
Comments like this may make the person feel like you don’t really understand what they’re going through. They may also feel criticized for not “snapping out of it” more quickly.
Don’t think your distractions will solve their problem
