The Do's
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DO trust your intuition.
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DO call 911 if you are concerned for an individual's immediate safety or if an individual needs immediate attention.
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Do stay calm
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DO take you time and be patient when responding to someone at risk.
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DO listen carefully to better understand the individual's concerns.
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DO take concerns seriously.
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DO offer hope, reasons to be hopeful, alternatives to the situation, resource information and information on how helpful treatment can be.
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DO urge the individuals to accept professional support. Consider making a phone call to a mental health resource to connect the individual to appropriate services.
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DO access resources by campus
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