Andy Has Been Extremely Depressed for Several Months

question 24

Multiple Choice

Andy has been extremely depressed for several months.His grades have fallen from Bs to Ds,he rarely goes out anymore,and several weeks ago he told his roommate Ryan that he didn't think he wanted to go on living.Ryan had decided to seek advice and help for Andy;but Andy suddenly seemed to feel better.He cleaned their room,called his friends and family back home to tell them he loved them,and gave Ryan several pieces of his most treasured sports memorabilia as a "thank-you" for putting up with his moods.At this point,Ryan

• A) should organize a party in honour of Andy's recovery.
• B) should seek help immediately,because Andy's behaviour suggests that he is preparing to commit suicide.
• C) can relax,because people who talk about suicide just want attention.
• D) should be careful not to mention suicide around Andy so that he doesn't give Andy any ideas about killing himself.

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