You think your friend is depressed and may be considering suicide. Which of the following actions should you avoid?

Tell him how concerned you are about him; you’ll probably embarrass him.

Leave him alone to work it out.

Tell an adult you trust about the situation.

Listen carefully to what he has to say.

1 answer

You should avoid the action: Leave him alone to work it out.

When someone is struggling with depression or may be considering suicide, it’s important to offer support and not isolate them. Encouraging your friend to talk about their feelings, listening to them, and seeking help from a trusted adult are all more constructive actions.