Recognizing Possible Depression: Supportive Listening and Encouraging Professional Help

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Which of the following is a sign that someone may be experiencing depression?

Persistent sad, anxious, or 'empty' mood

Occasional happiness after a good day

Feeling tired after a long shift

Enjoying time with friends

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If a driver is having trouble sticking to their treatment plan for depression, how can you help?

Help them set reminders to take prescribed medications

Discourage them from attending appointments

Ignore their struggles

Tell them to stop treatment

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A driver you know expresses feelings of worthlessness and guilt, and has trouble concentrating on the job. What should you do?

Tell them to ignore these feelings

Offer support and encourage them to talk to a mental health professional

Advise them to work longer hours

Suggest they handle it alone

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What is an appropriate action if you notice a coworker is increasingly irritable and has started isolating from others?

Invite them to join you for walks or outings

Tell them to toughen up

Ignore their behavior and avoid them

Encourage them to work overtime

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A driver you supervise is showing increased anger and impulsivity. What is a supportive action you can take?

Offer understanding and encourage them to seek help

Ignore their behavior

Suggest they work alone

Discipline them immediately

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What is a healthy routine to maintain if you are managing depression as a driver?

Rely on caffeine to stay awake

Maintain a regular bedtime and wake-up time

Skip meals to save time

Sleep at irregular hours

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If you notice that you are feeling persistently sad and hopeless for more than two weeks, what should you do?

Wait and hope the feelings go away on their own

Talk to a health care provider

Keep your feelings to yourself

Increase your workload to distract yourself

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If you are experiencing changes in appetite and unplanned weight changes, what should you consider?

Try a fad diet

Ignore them as normal work stress

These may be symptoms of depression and should be discussed with a health care provider

Take over-the-counter weight loss pills

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If you have started treatment for depression, what should you remember about your recovery process?

Go easy on yourself and try to do things you used to enjoy

Expect to feel better immediately

Stop treatment if you don’t feel better right away

Avoid talking to anyone about your feelings

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If you notice a coworker is having difficulty concentrating and making decisions, what might this indicate?

They are not interested in their job

They need more training

They may be experiencing symptoms of depression

They are simply tired from work

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What is a recommended action if you are experiencing physical aches or pains without a clear cause?

Ignore them and keep working

Assume they are due to aging

Use over-the-counter painkillers only

Consider that these may be symptoms of depression and seek help

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What is a healthy way to manage your mood if you are feeling down while on the road?

Keep your feelings to yourself

Use alcohol to cope

Connect with people you trust and talk about how you are feeling

Avoid all social contact

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Which of the following is NOT a recommended way to support someone with depression?

Encourage them to stick to their treatment plan

Offer understanding and patience

Criticize them for not getting better quickly

Remind them that their depression can lift with time and treatment

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A fellow driver has recently become withdrawn, avoids socializing, and seems uninterested in activities they once enjoyed. What is an appropriate first step to help them?

Advise them to take on more shifts to stay busy

Encourage them to seek help from a mental health professional

Tell them to ignore their feelings and focus on work

Suggest they use alcohol to relax

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What should you do if you find it hard to meet your responsibilities due to low mood and lack of energy?

Ignore your symptoms

Delay making important life decisions until you feel better

Make major decisions quickly

Take on more responsibilities

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If you notice a coworker is using alcohol or drugs more frequently, what might this indicate?

They are celebrating a promotion

They have no issues

They may be experiencing symptoms of depression

They are just socializing

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A driver mentions they are having trouble sleeping and have lost interest in hobbies. What is a helpful suggestion?

Suggest they ignore the problem

Encourage them to talk to a health care provider

Tell them to work more hours

Advise them to self-medicate

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Which of the following is a risk factor for depression that drivers should be aware of?

Having a busy schedule

Chronic illnesses such as diabetes or heart disease

Enjoying time off

Taking vacations

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Which of the following is a recommended self-care strategy if you are experiencing symptoms of depression?

Stay isolated from friends and family

Use unprescribed medication to feel better

Skip meals to lose weight

Try to get physical activity, such as walking

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A fellow driver has recently become withdrawn, avoids socializing, and seems uninterested in activities they once enjoyed. What is an appropriate first step to help them?

Tell them to ignore their feelings and focus on work

Suggest they use alcohol to relax

Advise them to take on more shifts to stay busy

Encourage them to seek help from a mental health professional

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If you are struggling to keep up with work and personal responsibilities due to depression, what is a helpful approach?

Ignore your feelings and push through

Try to do everything at once

Decide what must get done and what can wait

Take on additional commitments

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