Mental health problems affect about 13% of the global population. When it seems like a loved one is battling with their mental health, you might be struggling yourself to know how to support them. If you notice these signs in someone you care about, reach out for advice from one of 4 hotlines in Connecticut, United States.

They seem emotionally distant.
They seem secretive, like they're hiding something.
They are not doing activities that they used to do before.
They seem to have a “I don’t care” attitude.
They have mentioned that they have the intention to hurt someone else.
They have harmed themselves.
You don’t hear from for days or weeks, when you used to hear from them often.
They appear to be consumed by their thoughts and in their own world.

Most people find it difficult to know what to do or say when someone close to them appears to be struggling with their mental health. It's normal to feel a desire to help yet at the same time feel helpless. There are ways you can support your loved one that are not overly complicated.

You can get guidance on how best to support a loved one you're worried about by contacting a helpline in Connecticut, United States. Helpline supporters can provide you with useful advice and resources so that you feel more empowered to help the person you care about.