Table 3 Forms of help offered to close personal contacts who had a mental health problem in the preceding 12 months (n and percent of those reporting offer of help to close personal contacts)
Form of help offered | N | Percent |
|---|---|---|
Talked to the person, offered support | 613 | 90.0 |
Provided them with self-help materials (e.g., a website or pamphlet) | 159 | 23.3 |
Suggested they talk to a health professional (e.g., doctor, psychologist) | 487 | 71.3 |
Assisted them to make an appointment with a health professional | 209 | 30.6 |
Offered to go with them to see a health professional | 273 | 40.0 |
Followed up with the person to see if they got professional help | 397 | 58.1 |