The Cost of Silence: How Ignoring Mental Illness in South Asian Families Leads to Physical Health Issues

• By: Vishwani Sahai-Siddiqui, MD The Cognitive Quill
• April 2nd, 2025
• chronic illness, chronic stress, cultural stigma, culture, health, integrated care, mental health, mental health treatment, south asian communities, stigma
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Mental health remains a stigmatized issue in many South Asian families, where cultural expectations and generational beliefs discourage conversations about psychological well-being. Instead of seeking help, individuals suffering from depression, anxiety, and other mental health disorders are often...

Therapy is for “Other People”: Why Many South Asian Parents Dismiss Mental Health Support

• By: Vishwani Sahai-Siddiqui, MD The Cognitive Quill
• February 26th, 2025
• cultural barriers, culturally competent care, culture, family, generational trauma, mental health, south asian communities, stigma, therapy
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In many South Asian communities, mental health remains a stigmatized topic, leading individuals to suppress their struggles rather than seek help. This cultural undertone often results in both parents and children enduring mental health issues in silence, perpetuating a cycle of unaddressed...