get started. remember that just by being there for him, you're being a really great mate!
because we all deal with difficult feelings in different ways, the main thing to look out for is changes in how he normally acts – stuff that's out of character for him. if he's usually up for a night out but you haven't seen him in weeks. or if he's suddenly partying all the time when he's usually the 'responsible' one.
the things you are noticing in your friend are real. and if you’re wondering to yourself “am i the right person to help him?” the answer is yes, you are! you clearly care enough about 