“Buddy Up” for Peer Support
University of Ottawa
A buddy system can help by monitoring stress and building resilience. In this University of Ottawa resource, learn the fundamentals of how a buddy system works. These include formally identifying a buddy, establishing a platform and conducting check-ins. The resource also suggests key questions to ask your buddy.
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