Help someone you care about. When someone you care about needs help, you may find it very difficult to know what steps to take. Looking away and doing nothing has become all too easy in our society. Long ago when families and extended families were an integral part of society, there would be elders who would get together and discuss a plan of action to help those in need. It is difficult to generalize about all of the situations in which you may find yourself feeling worried about the mental health of someone close to you.
Many people today are afraid of sticking their neck out and intruding.
But if you are truly concerned about someone, then you are being compassionate to let him or her know. Remember that this person may still feel the stigma surrounding therapy and you will have to tread lightly. Also, remember that many individuals will tell you that you should mind your own business. But if someone close to you is suffering, then it is okay to try to offer some assistance. If it is rejected by a grown person then you may have to let it go and realize that you are not responsible for another adult who does not want help.