R U OK? Quizizz

Asking "are you ok"? helps break down the barriers and gives someone space to share what is really going on in their life.

• True

• False

What are some ways you could start a conversation to ask someone "are you OK?"

• How are things going?

• Are you feeling OK?

• What's been happening?

• All of the above

When do you think is a good time to ask someone, "Are you OK?"

• When they’re surrounded by people in a noisy public place

• When they’re running out the door

• When they’re in a quiet comfortable space that’s ideal for them

• Never. I’ll ignore my gut instinct that something’s not right

What's important to remember when listening to someone talk about how they're feeling?

• Tell them about your problems and ‘that time' when you felt the same

• Let them talk without interruption and listen with an open mind

• Talk over them so they can’t get a word in

• Make eye contact but not really listen to what they’re saying

What is an important gesture to show you genuinely care?

• Forget what they’ve told you

• Laugh it off

• Tell them they’re weak for talking about their problems

• Check in with them again soon to see how they’re going

What could you say when following up?

• "How have you been since we last chatted?"

• "Do you need more support?"

• "Have things improved or changed since we last spoke?"

• All of the above

What are some of the next steps you could encourage them to take to manage their situation?

• Suggest they talk to someone who can provide further support; like their GP or someone they trust

• Say it’s not that bad and they’ll get over it

• Suggest they don’t talk to anyone else about how they’re feeling

• Suggest they stop doing their favourite things; like sport, social outings or volunteering

If you feel like something’s not quite the same with someone you know, there’s something going on in their life or you notice a change in what they’re doing or saying, you should trust the signs and ask them “Are you OK?”

• True

• False

As we look out for those around us, it's important that we also take some time to look after ourselves. Here are some self-care tips.

• Do things that you enjoy

• To have "Me Time". Make time for yourself

• Seek support from professionals when required

• All of the above

What is your favourite self-care activity?