This card is from the Campaign to Change Direction Organization. Although it is somewhat oversimplified, it describes five signs that could indicate a person is in emotional distress and may need help.
In case you can’t read them, the five signs are:
- Not feeling like yourself (personality change)
- Feeling agitated
- Feeling withdrawn
- Not caring for yourself
- Feeling helpless
I have quoted from the Campaign to Change Direction website to help raise awareness of mental health issues and what you can do to help.
“The goal of the Campaign to Change Direction is to change the culture of mental health in America so that all of those in need receive the care and support they deserve. The Campaign encourages all Americans to pay attention to their emotional well-being – and it reminds us that our emotional well-being is just as important as our physical well-being.”
“If You Recognize That Someone In Your Life Is Suffering, Now What?
You connect, you reach out, you inspire hope, and you offer help. Show compassion and caring and a willingness to find a solution when the person may not have the will or drive to help him- or herself. There are many resources in our communities. It may take more than one offer, and you may need to reach out to others who share your concern about the person who is suffering. If everyone is more open and honest about mental health, we can prevent pain and suffering, and those in need will get the help they deserve.”
Please visit www.changedirection.org for more information and some helpful resources.