The House on Fire: Coping With Mental Illness in Families of Mental Health Providers
This CME program is for psychiatrists attending the American Psychiatric Association annual convention at Jacob Javits Center in New York City. Presenters: Vasudev Makhija, MD., Ashok Khushalani, MD Chair: Sunil Khushalani, MD Discussant: Steven Sharfstein, MD Location: Room 1E14, Javits Center
The Silent Sip: Unmasking Alcoholism in South Asian Communities
This CME program is for psychiatrists attending the American Psychiatric Association annual convention at Jacob Javits Center in New York City. Presenters: Harsh Patel, M.D., Wasib Malik, M.D. and Komal Trivedi, D.O. Chair: Vasudev Makhija, MD Location: Rooms 1D03-1D04, Javits Center Room Level: Scientific Session
Raising Awareness of Mental Health – Bridgewater, New Jersey
People Care Center for Non-Porfits 120 Finderne Avenue, Bridgewater, NJ, United StatesJoin us for this entertaining concert by the budding artists. You will have an opportunity to see SAMHIN staff to ask any questions about mental health and substance use or discuss any concerns you may have. You will learn about SAMHIN's programs and initiatives.
Impact of Model Minority Myth on the Mental Health Care of South Asians in the U.S.
Rutgers-RWJ New Brunswick, NJ, United StatesDr. Makhija will discuss the perils of model minority myth in the South Asians and how this adversely impacts on the help-seeking and mental health care of the South Asians including Asian Indians.
Mental Health Screenings and Health Fair – Morganville, NJ
Guruvayoorappan Temple 31 Wooleytown Road, Morganville, NJ, United StatesSAMHIN team of mental health providers will provide free screenings for stress, anxiety, depression, substance abuse, ADHD, etc. We will answer your questions about mental illness, treatments, addiction, and tobacco use. In addition, there will be general health screenings for diabetes, nutrition, blood pressure, and vision.
Mental Health Awareness Fair – High Tech High School, Secaucus, New Jersey.
High Tech High School 1 High Tech Way, Secaucus, NJ, United StatesThis event is a wonderful initiative by High Tech High School to raise awareness of mental health and well-being.
Health Fair and Mental Health Screenings – Balaji Temple, Monroe, NJ
Sri Sai Balaji Temple & Cultural Center Monroe 285 Rhode Hall Road, Monroe, NJ, United StatesThe mental health providers from SAMHIN will offer complimentary mental health assessments covering stress, anxiety, depression, alcohol and drug usage, ADHD and so on; and smoking or tobacco consumption. They will be on hand to address your queries, offer guidance, and recommend appropriate referrals. Additionally, free informational materials will be provided, and complimentary naloxone nasal spray will be offered.
Health Fair and Mental Health Screenings, Gurudwara Sahib, Monroe, NJ
Guru Nanak Sikh Heritage Gurudwara 29 Wyckoffs Mills Road, Monroe, NJ, United StatesThe mental health providers from SAMHIN will offer complimentary mental health assessments covering stress, anxiety, depression, alcohol and drug usage, ADHD, and so on and smoking or tobacco consumption. They will be on hand to address your queries, offer guidance, and recommend appropriate resources. Additionally, free informational materials will be provided, and complimentary naloxone nasal spray will be offered.
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.
Health Fair- Flushing, NY
HIndu Temple - The Hindu Temple Society of North America 45-57 Bowne St, Flushing, NY, United StatesHindu Temple Society of America has organized this annual health fair. Services will include EKG, general checkup, blood pressure check, BMI, blood tests including cholesterol. In addition there will be mental health screenings. SAMHIN team of mental health providers will provide free screenings for psychological and emotional problems and addiction. We will answer your questions [...]
Mental Health Screenings – Long Island, New York
Guru Nanak Darbar of Long Island 11 S Broadway, Hicksville, NY, United StatesThe SAMHIN team of mental health providers will provide free mental health screenings for stress, anxiety, depression, substance abuse, ADHD, etc. The clinicians will be available to answer your questions and provide advice and referrals. Free educational handouts will also be available.
Cultural Compassion: Enhancing Mental Health Care for South Asian Communities
This presentation will strive to improve cultural competency of psychiatrists, psychologists, counselors, social workers and other clinical staff. The goal is to improve the mental health care of South Asians and develop appropriate resources.