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Every day we ask questions like “how are you?” and “what’s up?” as a way of saying “hi” when passing friends in the hall, responding to emails and posting on Facebook walls. But how often do we get meaningful responses to those questions that tell us how our friends are really doing? If you have a friend who is struggling emotionally, not coping well or using drugs or alcohol to escape, it’s important to understand that unaddressed emotional health problems can have serious consequences. These problems can make it hard to succeed in work or school, and lead to addiction, dangerous behaviors, or thoughts of suicide. When asked who they would turn to for help if they were in emotional distress, most people list their friends as a top source of support. Sometimes people see asking for help as a sign of weakness so you can comfort your friend by giving them an example of a time you or someone you know struggled and needed support. You can feel better. Your friend may feel hopeless or like no one can understand or help them, so it’s important to make them see that reaching out for support is the first step to feeling better. Mental health problems are treatable and manageable once identified, so sometimes we need a mental checkup in the same way we get other medical exams. It’s OK to ask for help. Remember that our backgrounds, cultures and experiences can have a huge impact on how we view help-seeking. Some people may come from families or cultures where asking for help or seeing a mental health professional is shunned or thought of as weak. Thinking about why a friend might be reluctant get help can be important in deciding how to suggest they reach out for support.

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Erica Mae L. Maming
Ghisllaine Adrienne Ello Arangoso
Marianne Perez

I believe that true friends will accept who you really are. They will be on your back whatever happens and if not, they surely want something from you. We need a friend who will listen to us in any way. So, if you feel that your friends are not true to you, you just need to let them go and value those people who always on your back. I know that things have been really hard for you, but I know that you will get all through these. It might take some time, but I know that you will make it. Just hang on there and know that we are here for you as always. If you feel like you need someone to talk, we, your friends and family are always, ready to listen and open arms! it's not wrong to cry, alright? that does not make you weak so if you feel like cringe, go on. you are doing so so great and we are always proud of you! keep going! we got your back! Don't be afraid to be vulnerable in front of me. I won't judge and invalidate what you feel, even if you think that what you're going through is small and nothing. If crying, breaking down, throwing things, or whatsoever minimizes what you feel, go on. And even if the only thing that you did everyday was just to exist and survive, I'm still proud of you. Just remember that I'm always here, that you matter to me and that you're loved.

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Hi my bestfriend you are suffering from poor mental health, I am here to help you with your problem, I agree that I know what you are going through now is difficult, and I motivate you to take care of your mental health because this is what we need now. , and please don't pay any attention to your negative comments, and I'm here for you, and I've also experienced him because once I was depressed and I was always sad and I was able to handle him, and I realized that we should be happy in our lives, and do what you want me to do where you are happy, and love yourself so that you can be happy and I am here to love you and your family and don't be sad we are here to help you with your problem now,and relax and rest you also relax your body so you don't get tired,don't feel the sad problems,and if you are sad I am here to make you happy
,and i will support you.

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Abhegail Dumas
Lian Lumpas
Samuel Lois Neria

Hey bestie, If you are suffering from poor mental health I just want to let you know that I am here willing to lend a hand, if you think no one is there for you. Do not doubt your ability just believe that you can overcome the problem the Lord has given you. You are not the only one experiencing depression so don't think too much. I've actually experienced what you're experiencing now the only thing I did was just call on the Lord and ask him for help. I know things have been getting bad, im right here to listen and help you please don't forget that. If you feel overwhelmed today remember that you don't need to build an empire or be the number one at anything to live a meaningful and fulfulling life. You don't need to earn your joy! You are allowed to live a lovely life. I'm going to do my best to make you the happiest and being you from just fine but i am not the only one who help you to be okay also yourself as well. Do things that will comfort you so that you can forget about problems for a while, agree on things that you want to do that you know will keep you out of poor mental health.
I hope you appreciate yourself for how far you've already come. For how graceful you carried yourself through the different seasons of your life. For the strength you held yourself with through every challenge that you had to face. For the hope you kept up during uncertain times, Don't postpone celebrating and enjoying your life because you believe you need to reach a certain level of success or wealth first. The magnificance of your life is not defined by how much you own or have achieved, but by the level at which your life reflects your dreams hope, values. Focus everyday on improving your Health, Wealth, and Happiness.
It will take time but you can make it happen.

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Myka Falloria
Khelvin Tirazona
Mark Earl Bravo
Manuel John Matthew Quivada

I agree that poor mental health made some of filipinos and not only filipinos but some people all over the world.Because of poor mental health some of people suffered and might lead to depression.If i had a friend suffering from poor mental health I will advise to him/her don't give up if you stumble stand stronger and better than before.I will motivate him/her this is not the last there are many chance.

these are the tips that might help  your friends to overcome the poor mental health.I will Recommend to my friend that he/she  ask help from him/her family or he/she could ask me to listen to his/her problems.I will let him know that he/she is not alone.I will ask my friend out to do activities he/she could do yoga,swimming or activities that can boost mood friends.
Move forward be a better person you are not alone there are people that helps you when need help.

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Members:
Aldrich Jhay N. Padilla
Rafael Iverson De Guia
Alexis M. Lope

Taking on the burden of a friend in emotional distress can be extremely stressful and draining so remember to recognize my limits and take care of my own emotional health. When i see someone who is sad, angry or anxious, it is my instinct to ask “what’s wrong?” However, someone dealing with a mental health problem may have certain thoughts or feelings that aren’t related to a specific situation or event. So when i am approaching a friend who is showing signs of a problem or dealing with emotional distress, it is important to be patient and supportive. I may not be able to understand how my friend is feeling and it may seem uncomfortable or awkward to discuss personal and emotional issues, but I can listen and let them know they aren’t alone.

It is OK to ask for help and don’t be Embarrassed about it.

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Efren Baula Jr.
Samantha Kylen L. Abad
James Michael Bautista

i will remind him to improve his health and awareness to provide help to those who are feeling stress and anxiety if necessary approach the elderly  to guide health.
I will advise him not to think too much so that as long as it lasts, his emotional pain will also disappear and advise to take care of your health and body to improve mental health and approach family or friends for help. I will advise him not to worry too much about his situation now, he should relax, relax his brain first and think of a way to overcome the difficulties he is going through and let him rest first so that he doesn't get tired so that it doesn't get worse. his pain If i have a friend who have a mental illness, i would help him not feeling alone and help him to understand or give him a opinion what is being like that. When he is in sad times, i will comfort him. We all know that this time of pandemic many people suffering in our health issues like having anxiety and depression. I will tell them “Everyday has a new start if you’re tired, rest no to give up”.

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Group 6:
John Cristofer B. Eballa
Raeniel Novilla
Liam Layda
Marcedson Bela

During our darkest days my friend, we tend to feel the heaviness of our burden. We all know that suffering from mental issue is hard especially for you, but you must endure it because people who loves you and cares for you are suffering too because they are worried that something might happen to you. As a friend who's been with you since the day we met to the present, must help to fill the void that is in you. You're the one who fills the void inside of me when I'm at my darkest periods.

So here is a piece of advice:

You can think the way you want; feel the way you are having right now. I am certain that everything you have in your mind are valid. Nevertheless, always keep yourself aware and distinguished your future to your present because what you will be in the future will be made by who you are now. You suppose to worry working on yourself today and not for tomorrow, for tomorrow will worry about itself. We humans are made of paradox and as you doubt everything right now, I am telling you that I am here for you, cry all you want and as you do it, you must cry while moving, do not think of others criticism because there will always be one along your journey. Go to the place that pleases you, you might never know, that the place you always visit might reminds you about all the good things that is happened around you. You could go to the therapist for treatment. I may be your friend but I’m no therapist; it’s not my job to provide treatment for your wellbeing. As always mentions by professional therapist, I, as a friend, role is to be supportive and encourage you to keep up treatment. Don't feed on sadness, you should always be happy. I hope my piece of advice helped you to get through the situation you are in.

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Group 1:
Jasmine Nartea
Anaiah Eballa
Elisa Cruz
Jozhel Mae Lambit

Loneliness

During this pandemic, at some point we feel lonely and lost. Though we have our family to talk to, sometimes we feel that they are too busy to communicate with us. We want to isolate ourselves from them, we have the assumption that they ignored us.

Here is some advice, that I hope will help you from your loneliness;
Talk to people, to your friends, family. Don't isolate yourself from them. Please yourself every time you have a new achievement. Motivate yourself, do the things you want to accomplish. Do the things that you love, all of the things that you have interest. Journal your thoughts and feelings. Appreciate the time that you spend with your family.

Sadness

I’m sad because I’m afraid of the reality around me, especially the scare the pandemic gives. I should cheer myself up because if I’m afraid and overwhelmed to face reality in my life then I cannot accept reality which means I will not be able to accept anything that happens to me. I believe that will not happen because I will keep my perseverance and strength to live on.

Many people are alive but don’t touch the miracle of being loved. There are many people who don’t believe in love and there are also many who don’t believe in what they can do.  So the first thing you should do is to believe yourself and love the right people around you and it could help you stop feeling sadness.

Depression

I've been depressed nowadays because my family member died due to covid. Please do not give up. If someone's time has come it is inevitable. You could think of the ways to continue your family member's dream and your dream together and that will motivate you to continue on living and strive everyday. After completing such wishes you will be able to appreciate yourself and your family.

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Some Filipinos suffer from poor mental health. If you have a friend who struggles emotionally, what would you advise to him or her that may help him or her to get through the situation? Give your pieces of advice in a form of persuasive paragraph.

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Members:
Ellaine Graille Lacno
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Shiena Alsonado Remoto

If I have a friend that suffers from poor mental health, I will advise them that they should not think about their problem too much. They must take a break from it so that he/she cannot be burned by their problems. he/she can share it with anyone that they think can help them. Even for me, I appreciate it. I love to listen to his/her problems and I like also to treat his/her a snack so that we can have more time to talk to. I will offer him or her my emotional support. I'll be there to encourage them to keep fighting their battle. I would advise him/her to address all of the causes of his/her pain. Take care of yourself first, and try to talk to someone about your problems, since this can help to lessen the pain you're experiencing. Keep your faith in the Lord and remember that, God will not send us challenges if he knows we will be unable to conquer them.

I  might not be in your shoes, and maybe you are really frustrated right now but all I can say is that you must keep on fighting and don't give up, you should be tough we all go through rough times, all of us have our own struggle so you have to be strong just keep on fighting and move forward don’t let your emotions ruled you sooner or later you’ll overcome it. Always remember a strong negative is a positive use that hardship as your stepping stone use it as your motivation and don’t be scared and face your fears. Try to be optimistic stay healthy physically and start to have good habits and everything will keep on line and you’ll be on your track once again. Appreciate and cherish everything you have. Chin up and everything will be fine, friend.

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