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How to talk about Asian American mental health

May 13, 2024
Jenny T. Wang, a psychologist and author of "Permission to Come Home," shares her expertise on Asian American mental health. She highlights the challenges of discussing mental health within families, influenced by cultural stigma. The complexities of breaking free from traditional career paths and expectations are explored, emphasizing the balance between personal passions and familial pressures. Wang also delves into the nuanced concept of home, stressing the importance of community and self-identity as vital components in one’s mental well-being.
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  • Challenge preset roles and claim personal agency to overcome immigrant parent expectations.
  • Counteract the model minority myth by embracing diversity, challenging stereotypes, and openly discussing mental health struggles.

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Challenges of Asian Immigrant Parents

Asian immigrant parents usually have specific expectations like pursuing professions of doctors, lawyers, or engineers for their children, often due to the struggles they faced in a new country. This can lead to internalized 'permission to come home' narratives that affect mental health and career choices. Overcoming these barriers involves claiming agency and deciding paths based on personal values and sustainability, breaking away from traditional preset roles.

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