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Kramer, Elizabeth J, et al. “Cultural Factors Influencing the Mental Health of Asian Americans.” The Western Journal of Medicine, Copyright 2002 BMJ Publishing Group, Sept. 2002, https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC1071736/. (5)

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an understanding of different cultural perspectives and experience is vital to how we shape mental health services (1)

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Shreya : “ I am lucky, I’ve seen worse, (people) being put down by family, they don’t know how to react…they don’t feel accepted, they will shut down, lock down, express through anger and go into a spiral.” (1)

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“Let's Talk about Mental Health in South Asian Communities.” CAMH, https://www.camh.ca/en/camh-news-and-stories/lets-talk-about-mental-health-in-south-asian-communities. (1)

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the lifestyle and freedom which comes from peers (5)

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Nawal Mustafa PhD Candidate - Clinical Neuropsychology. “How Mental Health Issues Get Stigmatized in South Asian Communities: Culturally Diverse Therapy Needed.” The Conversation, 1 Nov. 2021, https://theconversation.com/how-mental-health-issues-get-stigmatized-in-south-asian-communities-culturally-diverse-therapy-needed-164913. (2)

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Pratyasha – 4th Jan, and Sahar says: “Being South Asian and the Problem of Stigma.” MindMate, 4 Jan. 2021, https://www.mindmate.org.uk/being-south-asian/. (4)

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South Asian Youth Talk to Reduce Mental Health Stigma. https://www.stopoverdose.gov.bc.ca/theweekly/south-asian-youth-talk-reduce-mental-health-stigma. (3)

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"...mental health professionals should make an effort in understanding in clients' cultural background and belief system through continued education" says Nawal Mustafa (PhD, Neuropsychology) (2)

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children of south Asians that do receive psychological services often feel misunderstood by health-care providers.
which leads them discouraged from getting further help. (2)

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"the pressure of straddling two different worlds. While trying to fit into a western society…” Nawal Mustafa (PhD, Neuropsychology) (2)

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"they may find themselves navigating a culture at home where personal boundaries are blurred, and self-identity is determined by the validation of their family and community."
Nawal Mustafa (PhD, Neuropsychology) (2)

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the responsibilities expected from females, which contributes to these mental disorders (5)

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the word ''mental health" in the south Asian community is often misunderstood,which creates a sense of shame when wanting to ask for help (3)

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"... South Asian families need to be more deeply educated on risk factors that can lead to mental health conditions. With this knowledge, they can identify some of the early signs of mental health issues."  says Nawal Mustafa, (PhD, Neuropsychology )(2)

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"When we talk about our thoughts and problems, we can find a lot of helpful solutions..." Jashandeep Gilln (ambassador SAYMH program) (3)

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"I’ve realised that often the stigmatised beliefs linger in the back of our minds when thinking about our mental health and cause us to subconsciously push aside emotions that affect us. Even though we live in a country where mental health provisions are much more available and young people, like us, are more encouraged to speak up about problems"

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we see stigma in a lot of eastern cultures is due to the lack of knowledge and understanding about mental health problems such as depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, etc. (4)

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"we are still at the mercy of the very stigma that is faced by others in South Asian countries despite not physically being there, showing just how widespread the issue is" (4)

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the stigma that has been ingrained within cultures for centuries hasn't been fully dealt with (4)

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the conversation of getting therapy within families is often misunderstanding and considered taboo (2)

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cultural factors like language, age, gender can influence the mental health of Asians, especially immigrants (5)

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many hide there mental illness from there households in the name of upholding their reputation or social status (4)

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the stigma around mental health, causes feeling that jeopardizes self worth (4)

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Social stigma, shame and reputation often prevent Asians from seeking behavioral health care (5)

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many ideals that south asian youth grew up with is  mental health issues are "weak" or that they are "making excuses" (4)

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older generations tend to think mental health issues “are in your head” (1)

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the pressure and jealousy which comes from peers to live as them, in a western society (5)

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many people aren’t aware that they have anxiety or other mental illness because of the lack of communication around it (1)

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many find similar experiences when speaking with other south Asians about mental health issues (4)

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actions that south asian parents are being fed into the next generations, if not solved (4)

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with education, the topic of mental health can become less taboo and could also encourage continuous conversations about mental health. (4)

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getting parents and children to view there opinions on mental health and health when talking to a therapist or psychiatrist. (5)

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create a safe space online for south asian youth to talk about mental health (3)

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communities should be educated about what different problems entail and how they affect people (4)

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it is important that families communicate with their children at a young age to better understand each others struggle  (2)

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"...mental health professionals should make an effort in understanding in clients' cultural background and belief system through continued education" says Nawal Mustafa (PhD, Neuropsychology) (2)

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females in south families are mostly affected by mental disorders, depression, anxiety, BPD (5)

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create ways for families (even abroad) to get education to help those struggling (5)

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getting parents and children to view there opinions on mental health and health when talking to a therapist or psychiatrist. (5)

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more awareness and diversity of mental health conditions and ways to solve them (2)

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Stress and conflicts within teenagers can lead to isolation and withdrawal that can lead to depression. (common in south Asian house holds)(5).

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family support, is important for recovery (1)

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more awareness and diversity of mental health conditions and ways to solve them (2)

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create ways for families (even abroad) to get education to help those struggling (5)

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needing better education within families at a younger age (1)

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create a safe space online for south asian youth to talk about mental health (3)

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education and conversation about mental health (4)

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communication is key within families in south Asian communities to be able to understand mental health issues (1)

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it is important that families communicate with their children at a young age to better understand each others struggle  (2)

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many people aren’t aware that they have anxiety or other mental illness because of the lack of communication around it (1)

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communities should be educated about what different problems entail and how they affect people (4)

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recent studies showed great promise upon discharge from specialized mental health services (1)

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important to communicate with your child, as they often get caught up with western society's standard way of living. (3)

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with education, the topic of mental health can become less taboo and could also encourage continuous conversations about mental health. (4)

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the importance of family support for recovering is key (1)

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talk to supportive friends and trusted adults (3)

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create a safe space online for south asian youth to talk about mental health (3)

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talking to others to make them aware of the stigma regrading mental health (3)

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talking to others to make them aware of the stigma regrading mental health (3)

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needing better education within families at a younger age (1)

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hosting community workshops especially ones targeted towards south Asians (2)

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important to communicate with your child, as they often get caught up with western society's standard way of living. (3)

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Many studies show that South Asian immigrants in Canada experience high rates of mental health disorders (2)

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Most reasons for mental disorders in South Asian specifically children of immigrants include inntergenerational conflict or the stress of adapting into western society (2)

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Most reasons for mental disorders in South Asian specifically children of immigrants include inntergenerational conflict or the stress of adapting into western society (2)

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south asian parents,  they say things like “we never had this in our era” instead of supporting (1)

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pathways to mental health services are shaped by communities of origin, cultural identity (1)

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the conversation of getting therapy within families is often misunderstanding and considered taboo (2)

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recent studies showed great promise upon discharge from specialized mental health services (1)

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The need to engage communities in ways that enhances pathways to mental health care include ensuring cultural relevance, which account for other important factors such as gender and age. (1)

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The need to engage communities in ways that enhances pathways to mental health care include ensuring cultural relevance, which account for other important factors such as gender and age. (1)

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Many studies show that South Asian immigrants in Canada experience high rates of mental health disorders (2)

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86 million people in south east Asia suffer with depression (2)

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80-100% south Asian youth use technology for therapy (Skype) (2)

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Many studies show that South Asian immigrants in Canada experience high rates of mental health disorders (2)