Tag: Mental Health Stigma

“What Happens When Media Portrays Mental Health Issues as ‘Normal’ for South Asian Women?”
Anisha -
May 15
Introduction She cries. She breaks. She stays silent. She continues. The “strong South […]
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Mental Health as a Gag: How South Asian Comedy Movies Get It Wrong When It Comes to Women’s Emotional Well-Being
Anisha -
May 14
Introduction Mental health is no laughing matter—except, it seems, in many South Asian […]
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“Is South Asian Media Doing Enough to Break the Stigma Around Mental Health for Women?”
Anisha -
May 14
IntroductionMental health is a critical topic that affects millions of people worldwide, but […]
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“The Expectations of Marriage: Dealing with Mental Health While Being Pressured About Your Future”
Anisha -
May 13
“When are you getting married?”“You’re not getting any younger.”“Your cousin just got engaged […]
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How Cultural Shame Around Therapy Is Shifting—Thanks to Us
Anisha -
May 8
Introduction For generations, mental health struggles within South Asian communities have been minimized, […]
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Spirituality or Suppression? Navigating Religion as Part of Self-Care
Anisha -
May 6
Opening Reflection For many South Asian women, religion is both a balm and […]
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How the First-Gen Experience Shapes Mental Health Struggles
Anisha -
May 5
Growing up between two worlds often means walking a tightrope. For first-generation South […]
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Cultural Gaslighting: When Your Pain Is Dismissed as “Drama”
Anisha -
Apr 30
Introduction: When Your Truth Is Too Loud for Their Comfort Priya, 26, told […]
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