Demi Lovato's latest words are a reminder that just telling a loved one to reach out for help isn't enough.
about her mental health, and her candor ― as usual ― is crucial in confronting stigma. But her latest comments also underscore the important role loved ones play in someone’s life when they have a mental health condition.
She told Graham she wished that someone around her had recognized the signs of a disorder and intervened. “Mental health disorders are very consuming. ... Sometimes you’re not conscious enough to think, ‘I should tell my friends’ or ‘I should call my sister.’ You’re just trying so hard to survive and stay above water.”Lovato’s words are a heartbreaking reminder that we all need to do more than just encourage people to “reach out” when they’re struggling. We need to recognize unhealthy behaviors and compassionately show up for loved ones ― even if they say they’re fine or generally appear OK.
This isn’t to say that the onus is solely on loved ones to pull someone out of a mental health matter. But there are efforts you can make aside from a nice platitude. Here are just a few actionable ways you can help someone in your life who either has a history of mental health struggles or is currently dealing with one:The first thing you can do right now is talk to your loved one about mental health and their healthy behaviors.
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