“I can’t tell my parents about this.” “There’s no such thing as depression, it’s just all in your head.” “I should be able to be okay. This is a sign of weakness.” These are just some of the statements I hear from South Asian Americans in my psychology practice. Even though they are born … [Read more...]
Talking to Your Child About Sandy Hook
It has truly been a horrifying last few days for those parents who have lost their children in the shooting at Sandy Hook Elementary School in Newtown, CT. As a parent, it is natural to be struggling with how to process this issue for yourself and especially for your child. First of all, it is … [Read more...]