Recognising distress signs and what you can do

Sadness and tearfulness

Signs of agitation, anger, aggression, nervousness, or fear

Change in behaviours in schoolat work

Change in lifestyles and appearance

Use of alcohol, cigarettes, medication to cope

Disclosures of suicidal thoughts

Self-harm or non-accidental injuries

Indications of doing harm to self or others

Expression of hopelessness

Distorted sense of reality, incoherent or illogical speech

Find a comfortable place and raise your concerns

Listen actively

Ask how you may be able to help

Help to brainstorm possible solutions, including referrals to relevant services and help sources