Trapped by Tradition: The Anxiety of Being a ‘Good’ South Asian Daughter-in-Law

• By: Vishwani Sahai-Siddiqui, MD The Cognitive Quill
• May 29th, 2025
• culture, family, generational trauma, marriage, mental health, South Asian, south asian mental health, south asian women, stigma
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In South Asian societies—including India, Pakistan, Bangladesh, Sri Lanka, and Nepal—the mother-in-law and daughter-in-law relationship is often portrayed as a cornerstone of family life. While cultural narratives admire harmony and respect within the family system, the reality is often more...

Mental Health and Matchmaking: How Stigma Affects South Asian Marriage Prospects

• By: Vishwani Sahai-Siddiqui, MD The Cognitive Quill
• March 12th, 2025
• cultural and community values, cultural expectations, family, marriage, mental health, relationships, South Asian, stigma
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Marriage is a monumental decision in South Asian culture, with families playing an active role in selecting partners. The matchmaking process, through family networks, matrimonial websites, or professional matchmakers, tends to prioritize factors such as education, career, caste, and family...