Talking Tips

For discussing your mental health:

• Choose a confidant you trust to talk about your mental health 

• Write down how you're feeling before you talk to your confidant

• Text if face to face is too intimidating

• Find important information online that can help you explain what you’re going through, and reference it

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For discussing with another person about their mental health:

• Ask. It’s that simple. Ask what they want or what they need. 

• Acknowledge what they say, do not be quick to judge. Treat it like any other health concern. 

• Be a good friend even if it’s hard. Be patient and be kind.