Two months ago, Bob lost his mother in an accident. He has become increasingly withdrawn and depressed. Bob’s friend Olivia is worried about him and wants him to talk about his feelings.

Question

What action should Olivia avoid?

Responses

telling Bob that it is time he discussed his feelingstelling Bob that it is time he discussed his feelings

letting Bob know she is there if he needs to talkletting Bob know she is there if he needs to talk

persuading Bob to share a quiet walk in the parkpersuading Bob to share a quiet walk in the park

admitting to Bob that she is becoming worried

Answer 1

telling Bob that it is time he discussed his feelings