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Stigma and Barriers to Care Workshop – Wipro Engineering Edge GBL
October marks Global Diversity Awareness Month, and Wipro Engineering Edge GBL has planned an exciting series of events to celebrate Wipro’s diverse culture and diversity of thought and to create awareness around mental health and breast cancer. Employees will have a chance to ask questions and participate in discussions on mental health and substance use.
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Promoting Wellness and Resilience – Preventing Tragedies
ZoomThere is shock and sadness in the aftermath of the tragic death of four individuals (parents and two children) in Plainsboro, NJ. Engineers of the NIT alums are looking for ways to understand this and learn what can be done to prevent such tragedies. The workshop will address anxiety and stress issues, mental illness stigma, domestic violence, and why South Asians are reluctant to seek help when needed.
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Shining Light in the Darkness: Preventing Suicide and Supporting Survivors
Viabhav Indian Restaurant 737 Newark Ave, Jersey City, NJ, United StatesSuicide is a reality in our lives. Preventing suicide is everyone's business. This workhop will help improve understanding of what increases risks and what decreases risk of suicide. You will hear from suicide loss survivors courageous accounts of the loss of their loved ones to suicide. You will have opportunity to ask questions and participate in small group discussions during the workshop.
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Substance Use in Asian Communities and Culturally Relevant 12-Step Facilitation (TSF) Interventions
Los Angeles Convention Center 1201 South Figueroa Street, Los Angeles, CA, United StatesWorkshop will discuss prevalence of substance use in Asian Communities in the U.S. and identify cultural barriers to care. It will address myths, perceptions and challenges in the management of alcohol use in South Asians in the U.S. And, the workshop will also discuss importance of culturally relevant Alcoholics Anonymous meetings for the Asians including South Asian community.
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Mental Health Challenges in South Asians
Rutgers-RWJ New Brunswick, NJ, United StatesDr. Makhija will present on mental health challenges and issues of stigma in the South Asians. Presentation will be followed by interactive session of Q & A. This event is for the medical students at Rutgers RWJMS
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Mental Health Awareness Fireside Chat
Virtual , United StatesIn the spirit of Mental Health Awareness month, Salesforce will host a virtual fireside chat focused on mental health awareness for its South Asian employees, featuring Dr. Makhija leading an interactive and engaging Q & A session. Issues of stigma, myths of mental illness in South Asian community and access to care will be addressed.
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From Awareness to Action: Preventing Suicide Together
East Brunswick Public Library 2 Jean Walling Civic Center Drive, East Brunswick, NJ, United StatesSeptember is World Suicide Prevention Month. Join us at the East Brunswick Public library for a culturally sensitive workshop designed to raise awareness, dispel myths, and provide practical tools for suicide prevention in the South Asian community. The program will include a moving video of lived experience, survivor perspectives, and resources for individuals and families seeking support.
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Breaking the Silence: Myths, Facts, and Hope in Suicide Prevention
Plainsboro Public Library 9 Van Doren, Plainsboro, United StatesIn observance of World Suicide Prevention Day, join us at the Plainsboro Public Library in a meaningful workshop that raises awareness, shares survivor perspectives, and provides practical tips and resources for suicide prevention. Together, we can foster hope and support those affected.
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The Social Media Trap – Plainsboro, New Jersey
Plainsboro Public Library 9 Van Doren, Plainsboro, United StatesJoin SAMHIN for an engaging exploration of how social media shapes the lives of our teens, families, and communities. The event features a screening of The Girl with a Red Hat—a Cannes-nominated short film by South Brunswick resident Sandeep Karanjkar—followed by an insightful discussion with the director and a panel of mental health experts. Together, they will examine the emotional toll of the digital world and the importance of fostering authentic human connection.
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Mental Health in the South Asians – Complimentary Strategies to Support Mental Well-Being
East Brunswick Public Library 2 Jean Walling Civic Center Drive, East Brunswick, NJ, United StatesA community symposium featuring Rutgers RWJ Medical School students discussing complementary strategies for our mental well being. Presentation will include yoga, meditation, breathing exercises, role of music and dance, mental health and diet, role of vitamins in brain health, different forms of tranditional medicine. Presentaion will dispell some common myths. Resources will be shared to support those affected.
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Myths, Misconceptions and Mindsets of Mental Health – North Edison Public Library
North Edison Library (Temporary location) 1907 Oak Tree Road, Suite 102, Edison, NJ, United StatesThis interactive workshop will help to dispel common myths, mindsets and misconceptions about mental health that drive the decisions for seeking help. Attendees will have a chance to ask questions. Resources will be provided
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Depression in South Asians – East Brunswick, New Jersey
East Brunswick Public Library 2 Jean Walling Civic Center Drive, East Brunswick, NJ, United StatesShruthi Thiyagarajan, Drashya Shah, Shree Gogineni and Riddhi Jadhav, medical students at Robert Wood Johnson Medicali School, will discuss the importance of depression screening using easily available free screening tool, Patient Health Questionnare, (PHQ) and discuss its role in preventive care in children and adults. This workshop is a collaboration between Robert Wood Johnson Medical [...]
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