Depression and Suicide: Recognizing and Supporting Depression at Work

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1 / 10

If you are supporting a loved one with depression, which action is recommended?

Criticize them for not getting better quickly

Offer patience and encouragement

Force them to talk about their feelings in public

Tell them to stop taking prescribed medication

2 / 10

Which of the following best describes major depression?

A mild, short-term drop in motivation

Occasional mood swings that do not affect daily life

Symptoms that interfere with daily activities for at least two weeks

Feeling sad for a day or two after a stressful event

3 / 10

Which statement about depression is accurate?

Depression only occurs in people with a family history

It is always caused by a single traumatic event

It can affect anyone regardless of age, sex, race, or background

Only older adults experience depression

4 / 10

A colleague tells you they feel hopeless and are struggling to sleep for several weeks. What should you do?

Suggest they make major life decisions immediately

Advise them to work longer hours to distract themselves

Encourage them to seek help from a mental health professional

Tell them to keep their feelings to themselves

5 / 10

Which of the following is a common symptom of depression?

Loss of interest or pleasure in hobbies and activities

Sudden improvement in mood after a stressful event

Increased appetite for sweets only

Consistently high energy levels

6 / 10

Which of the following factors can play a role in developing depression?

Only stressful jobs

Only poor diet

Genetic, biological, environmental, and psychological factors

Only lack of exercise

7 / 10

You notice a friend is having trouble concentrating and seems unusually fatigued. What is an appropriate way to support them?

Suggest they use alcohol to relax

Encourage them to talk to a health care provider

Advise them to ignore their feelings and keep working

Tell them to avoid all social contact

8 / 10

A coworker has become withdrawn and no longer joins group meals or conversations. What is a supportive first step you can take?

Invite them to join you for a walk or activity

Discuss their behavior with other coworkers without involving them

Tell them to cheer up and get over it

Ignore the change and wait for them to reach out

9 / 10

A coworker is struggling to keep up with responsibilities and seems detached. What is a helpful way to assist?

Advise them to isolate themselves further

Suggest they stop all activities immediately

Tell them to ignore their feelings and work harder

Help them access transportation to therapy appointments

10 / 10

Which of the following is a recommended self-care step for someone experiencing depression?

Avoid talking to anyone about your feelings

Try to do things you used to enjoy, even if you don't feel like it

Use alcohol to cope with feelings

Make important life decisions immediately

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