Buddy Up Program (Men's Suicide Prevention Program)

Max points: 5 Type: Podcast

Kevin Frankish spotlights Men's Mental Health Month: quick news on shared psychiatric genetics, multitasking's toll, and microplastics' potential risks, then a practical interview on Buddy Up—a men's suicide-prevention campaign. Learn warning signs, how to start authentic buddy check-ins, workplace ideas, and where to get immediate help (988, buddyup.ca).

Channel: Ontario Shores Duration: 0:28:45

Questions

1. Which setting was highlighted as especially effective for tough check-ins because it reduces direct eye contact and keeps hands busy?

In a large group meeting Via text-only chat While driving in a car On a public stage

2. In the news segment, microplastics were suggested as potentially contributing to which mental health issues?

Enhanced focus Reduced anxiety Depression and dementia Improved memory

3. According to Canadian statistics discussed, how much more likely are men to die by suicide than women?

Twice as likely (2:1) Same rate (1:1) Three times as likely (3:1) Five times as likely (5:1)

4. What is the primary aim of the Buddy Up program described in the episode?

Training laypeople to provide clinical therapy A fitness challenge to improve men's physical health A women-focused mental health awareness campaign Men's suicide prevention through authentic conversations with buddies

5. What national resource in Canada was emphasized for immediate help in a mental health crisis?

988 911 211 811

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