CSL Mentorship & Peer Support 2

Question 1

A mentee consistently cancels scheduled meetings with their mentor. What is the BEST first step for the mentor?

Accepted Answer

Check in with the mentee to understand any barriers they are facing

Answer

A caring mentor addresses cancellations by first exploring the mentee's circumstances before drawing conclusions.

Question 2

Which communication style is MOST effective when a peer mentor gives constructive feedback?

Accepted Answer

Specific, respectful, and focused on behavior rather than character

Answer

Effective feedback targets observable behaviors and is delivered with respect to preserve the mentee's dignity.

Question 3

A peer support volunteer notices a student they support is showing signs of depression. What is the appropriate response?

Accepted Answer

Provide a listening ear and refer the student to campus counseling services

Answer

Peer supporters offer empathic listening and facilitate professional referrals rather than providing clinical intervention.

Question 4

In formal mentoring programs, what does 'goal-setting' between mentor and mentee primarily accomplish?

Accepted Answer

Creates shared direction and measurable benchmarks for the relationship

Answer

Collaborative goal-setting aligns expectations and provides clear milestones to track progress in the mentoring relationship.

Question 5

What does 'active listening' look like in a peer support conversation?

Accepted Answer

Maintaining eye contact, nodding, and reflecting back what was heard

Answer

Active listening involves full attention, nonverbal acknowledgment, and paraphrasing to demonstrate understanding.

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