I don’t know whether to intervene or let them beI have a friend who is so anxious about coronavirus that I’m starting to worry about their mental health. As the seasons change, the ability to socialise outside is going to disappear, and they’ll be even more isolated. How do you accommodate other people’s boundaries, but also step in if you’re worried about someone? • If you would like fellow readers to respond to a dilemma of yours, send us an outline of the situation of about 150 words. Email private.lives@theguardian.com (please don’t send attachments).

Source: The Guardian August 28, 2020 10:52 UTC