Seeking Help and Support: A Guide for Year 9 Students

Question 1

Which of the following resources can you use to get anonymous help with personal issues?

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Childline

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Your GP

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Your school nurse

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Your parents

Question 2

What should you do if you are concerned about the mental well-being of a friend?

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Tell them you're worried and encourage them to seek help

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Ignore it and hope they get better on their own

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Spread rumors about them

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Make fun of them

Question 3

What is the first step in developing a safety plan?

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Identifying potential risks

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Creating a list of coping mechanisms

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Identifying people you can contact in an emergency

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Practicing your safety plan

Question 4

When you need help, what are the most important steps to take to get the support you need?

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Find trusted adults or resources and make a plan to get help.

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Ignore the problem and hope it goes away.

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Only ask friends or classmates for help.

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Wait until the problem gets really bad before asking for help.

Question 5

When seeking help from strangers, which safety tips should you remember?

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Meet in a public place

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Don't share personal details like your full name or address

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Trust your instincts

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Go to the meeting alone

Question 6

What is the first thing you should do if you need help with a problem?

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Talk to someone you trust

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Ignore the problem

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Try to handle it on your own

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Wait until the problem becomes more severe

Question 7

What should you do if you're unsure whether you need professional help?

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Talk to a trusted adult or healthcare professional

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Research the symptoms you're experiencing

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Try to self-medicate

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Wait until the problem becomes more serious

Question 8

What is the main purpose of a helpline?

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To provide confidential support and information

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To connect you with mental health professionals

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To give you advice on how to solve your problems

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To report emergencies.

Question 9

Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of a supportive friend?

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Gives unsolicited advice.

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Listens without judgment

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Offers encouragement and support

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Respects your boundaries

Question 10

What is meant by a 'risk'?

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Anything that could cause harm or danger

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Something that is enjoyable or exciting

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Something that is very unlikely to happen

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Something that is not important

Question 11

Which of the following is NOT a helpful way to get support or help?

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Ignoring the problem and hoping it will go away

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Talking to a trusted adult

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Using a helpline or support service

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Seeking support from a friend or peer

Question 12

What is the main purpose of the 'Childline' helpline?

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To provide confidential support and advice to children and young people

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To report cases of child abuse or neglect

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To give homework help or academic advice

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To connect children with social services or other agencies

Question 13

What should you do if you are concerned about a friend who is self-harming?

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Encourage them to talk to a trusted adult or seek professional help

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Tell them to 'snap out of it' and get over it

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Ignore it and hope they will get better on their own

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Spread rumors about them to make others aware

Question 14

Which of the following is a positive way to handle peer pressure?

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Assertively say no and explain your reasons

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Give in to the pressure to avoid conflict

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Lie to your friends to get out of the situation

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Threaten or harm the person who is pressuring you

Question 15

What is the primary role of a school counselor?

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To provide confidential support, guidance, and advice to students

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To discipline students who break school rules

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To manage the school's finances and resources

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To teach academic subjects and provide homework help

Question 16

Why is it important to pay attention to your own mental health?

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To identify and address potential issues early on

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To avoid being labeled or stigmatized

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To compare yourself to others and feel better about yourself

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To impress your friends and family

Question 17

If you are being bullied, who is the most appropriate person to confide in?

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A trusted adult (e.g., a teacher, parent, or school counselor)

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A friend

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A celebrity

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A stranger

Question 18

When seeking help for a mental health issue, what should be the initial step?

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Contacting a mental health professional or trusted adult

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Taking medication without consultation

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Hoping the problem will resolve on its own

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Ignoring the issue

Question 19

What is the term used to describe the negative attitudes and beliefs that prevent individuals from seeking help for mental health issues?

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Mental health stigma

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Mental health discrimination

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Mental health prejudice

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Mental health ignorance

Question 20

If you are experiencing bullying or harassment, who is the most appropriate person to talk to?

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A trusted adult you know well

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A friend

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The person who is bullying you

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A stranger

Question 21

Which of the following is NOT a common barrier to seeking help?

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Having a strong support network

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Fear of being judged or not being taken seriously

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Lack of knowledge about available resources

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Feeling ashamed or embarrassed

Question 22

What is the recommended first step when seeking help for a mental health issue?

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Talking to a doctor or mental health professional

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Taking medication

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Waiting for it to get better on its own

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Ignoring it

Question 23

Which of the following is a reliable source of information about mental health?

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A reputable website from a trusted organization

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Social media

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A friend's opinion

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A tabloid newspaper

Question 24

What is the primary role of a school counselor?

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To assist students with social, emotional, and mental health issues

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To provide academic support only

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To discipline students

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To assist with career planning

Question 25

What is the main purpose of a help hotline?

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To provide immediate support, crisis intervention, and referrals to other services

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To offer long-term counseling

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To refer people to other services

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To provide financial assistance

Question 26

Which of the following is NOT a healthy coping mechanism for dealing with challenges?

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Using alcohol or drugs

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Talking to a trusted adult

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Exercising or engaging in physical activity

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Practicing relaxation techniques, such as deep breathing or mindfulness

Question 27

Who is a trusted adult that you can approach for support and guidance?

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A trusted family member

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A friend your age

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A stranger you meet online

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A classmate you don't know well

Question 28

What should you do if you're feeling overwhelmed or struggling?

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Talk to a trusted adult or friend about how you're feeling

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Ignore the feelings and hope they'll go away

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Keep your feelings to yourself and try to handle them alone

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Blame others for your problems

Question 29

What should you do if you're experiencing bullying?

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Report the bullying to a trusted adult

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Fight back against the bully

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Ignore the bullying and hope it stops

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Blame yourself for being bullied

Question 30

What should you do if you're worried about someone else?

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Talk to them about your concerns and offer support

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Spread rumors about them

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Ignore the situation and hope it gets better on its own

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Blame them for their problems

Question 31

Which of the following is NOT an advantage of seeking help?

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Becoming more isolated from others

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Developing better coping skills

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Reducing stress and anxiety

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Improving self-esteem

Question 32

Which of the following is NOT a situation where it would be appropriate to seek help or support?

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Wanting to become a better student

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Feeling overwhelmed or stressed

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Experiencing bullying or harassment

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Having suicidal thoughts

Question 33

What is the main purpose of a helpline?

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To provide confidential and anonymous support

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To dispatch emergency services

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To give advice on a specific topic

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To diagnose mental health conditions

Question 34

When seeking help for mental health issues, it is important to:

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Be honest and open about your symptoms

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Try to hide your problems from others

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Only seek help when you are in a crisis

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Blame others for your problems

Question 35

What is the role of a school counselor?

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To provide confidential support and guidance

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To discipline students

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To teach academic subjects

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To make decisions for students

Question 36

When seeking help and support, who **should you not** turn to?

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A stranger you meet on the street

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A teacher or school counselor

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A police officer or social worker

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A family member or close friend

Question 37

How can cultural factors influence a person's decision to seek help?

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Culture can offer support systems that make seeking help easier

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Culture can create barriers to help-seeking due to stigma or shame

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Culture has no impact on help-seeking

Question 38

When facing challenges, which action is NOT helpful in overcoming barriers to seeking help?

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Delaying help until the problem worsens

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Talking to a trusted adult

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Seeking support from multiple sources

Question 39

Can confidentiality be broken in the context of seeking help and support?

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Yes, in cases of safeguarding concerns

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No, confidentiality is always maintained

Question 40

How does stigma influence a person's choice to seek help for mental health issues?

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It discourages people from reaching out because they fear being judged or shamed.

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It offers encouragement and support, motivating people to seek help.

Question 41

Identify the individual who is NOT considered a trusted adult that you can approach for help?

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Classmate

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Teacher

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Parent or guardian

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School counselor

Question 42

When facing a difficulty or risk, what is the first step you should take to address it?

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Confide in a trusted adult

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Attempt to resolve the problem independently

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Ignore the problem and hope it resolves itself

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Keep the problem a secret

Question 43

Which of the following is NOT a valid reason to seek support from others?

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To appear weak or vulnerable

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To obtain advice and guidance

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To feel supported and understood

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To share experiences and learn from others

Question 44

What types of support can you receive from a school counselor?

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Academic, social, and emotional support

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Academic support only

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Social and emotional support only

Question 45

What strategy can you employ to overcome the fear of seeking help?

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Share your concerns with a trusted adult

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Ignore the fear and persevere

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Seek help only when absolutely necessary

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Wait until the problem becomes unmanageable

Question 46

What is a beneficial outcome of seeking help?

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Increased self-awareness and problem-solving skills

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Feelings of shame and weakness

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Permanent elimination of all difficulties

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Exacerbation of the problem

Question 47

What is the purpose of a peer support group?

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To provide a secure and confidential environment for sharing experiences and offering mutual support

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To monitor and report on individuals' behavior

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To provide professional advice and resolve problems

Question 48

When is it essential to seek professional help?

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When the issue persists despite seeking support from others

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When you don't want to inconvenience anyone else

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When the problem is minor or unimportant

Question 49

Which of the following is NOT a type of professional help that can be accessed?

Accepted Answer

Fortune telling

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Therapy

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Psychiatry

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Counseling