signs of distress?
if you do not feel comfortable approaching the classmate yourself, you don’t have to. reach out to an ra or a member of the c.a.r.e. team or just rely on the form.
if you do feel comfortable doing so, talk to the classmate in private. express concern and listen carefully.
suggest a way to get help. your classmate can be referred to the nurse, the counseling office or the dean of students.
let your classmate know that you are going to reach out to let the nurse or counseling office or dean of students know they are coming. you can even walk them over to get help.
what should i be careful 