Episode 52: RUOK? - What if the answer is NO?
Asking the question RUOK is a vital first step in starting a conversation.
But how well prepared are you for an answer of NO?
For many of us, we might feel ill-equipped to deal with the rawness of such a conversation. It might make us fearful or even want to avoid getting too deep into the topic.
Hayley Meeking is a Mental Health First Aid Instructor a Mental health advocate, a Registered Nurse, and the owner of Remedy First Aid Training.
Hayley discusses the importance of us all being better placed to help other people who might be experiencing a mental health problem. Starting with the fact that you are just a 'first aid', you are not professional help.
Hayley also outlines 3 key things you can do if someone actually says - I AM NOT OK.
Remedy Fist Aid
Beyond Blue
RUOK - How to ask?