Feb. 14, 2022

Episode 12: Dr. Jyothsna Bhat on Mental Health in the South Asian community

Episode 12: Dr. Jyothsna Bhat on Mental Health in the South Asian community

Dr. Jyothsna S. Bhat, PsyD, is a clinical psychologist and mental health advocate specializing in the treatment of anxiety, depression, ADHD, relationship and family issues, and stress management. She is a featured contributor on Psychology Today, and runs a practice based out of Pennsylvania and New Jersey.

Nikhil spoke with Dr. Bhat about the impact of mental health on South Asian communities - both in the United States and abroad. They discuss numerous issues, including the "model minority myth," the role of technology and social media, organizations that are helping address the issues, and ways South Asians can manage stress and anxiety.

For more information about Dr. Bhat, please visit her Website (bhatpsych.com) or check out her column at Psychology Today (psychologytoday.com).