Events
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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 and the South Asian Community – Understanding Anxiety: A Community Symposium, East Brunswick, New Jersey
East Brunswick Public Library 2 Jean Walling Civic Center Drive, East Brunswick, NJ, United StatesA community symposium featuring Rutgers RWJ Medical School students discussing the many forms of anxiety, debunking myths, exploring symptoms and treatments, and sharing resources to support those affected.
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Health Fair and Mental Health Screenings – Morganville, New Jersey
Guruvayoorappan Temple 31 Wooleytown Road, Morganville, NJ, United StatesClinicians from SAMHIN will offer free screenings for psychological and emotional problems and addiction. They will be on hand to address your queries, offer guidance, and assist with referrals. Additionally, free informational materials will be provided. Free educational handouts will be available. Information and supply of Narcan will be made available to help prevent opioid overdose deaths. We will respect your privacy during the mental health screenings.
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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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Mental Health Awareness at the Annual Cultural Show – Trenton, New Jersey
Patriots Theater at the War Memorial 1 Memorial Dr, Trenton, NJ, United StatesSouth Asian Mental Health Initiative and Netowrk - SAMHIN will partner with India Foundation of Metropolitan Princeton (IFMP) to bring mental awawreness to this popular wonderful annual cultural event. There will be music and dances. Delicious food by Jhopri will be served. Come and visit us at the SAMHIN table if you have any questions [...]
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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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Mental Health Awareness and Screenings during the Holi event, East Brunswick, New Jersey
East Brunswick Public Library 2 Jean Walling Civic Center Drive, East Brunswick, NJ, United StatesCelebrate Holi with purpose at the East Brunswick Public Library! SAMHIN will be joining this vibrant annual festival to spread the colors of joy while also raising awareness about mental health and emotional well-being. Stop by to learn, connect, and take part in meaningful conversations that help break stigma and promote mental wellness in our community.
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Health Fair and Mental Health Screenings – Morganville, New Jersey
Guruvayoorappan Temple 31 Wooleytown Road, Morganville, NJ, United StatesThe SAMHIN team of clinicians will provide free confidential mental health screenings for stress, anxiety, depression, alcohol and drug use, behavior problems, and smoking/tobacco use. The clinicians will be available to answer your questions and provide guidance and referrals. Free educational handouts will also be available. Free naloxone nasal spray will be provided to help prevent opioid overdose deaths.
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Medical Camp and Mental Health Screenings – Edison Guruji Mandir, Edison, NJ
Edison Guruji Mandir 1710 Oak Tree Road, Edison, NJ, United StatesThe SAMHIN team of clinicians will provide free confidential mental health screenings for stress, anxiety, depression, alcohol and drug use, behavior problems, and smoking/tobacco use. The clinicians will be available to answer your questions and provide guidance and referrals. Free educational handouts will also be available. Free naloxone nasal spray will be provided to help prevent opioid overdose deaths.
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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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Mental Health Awareness at Annual Tamil New Year Event – Edison, New Jersey
Edison High School 50 Boulevard of The Eagles, Edison, NJ, United StatesSAMHIN joins Sangamam 2026, Annual Tamil New Year, as a Platinum sponsor to promote mental health awareness at NJT’s annual Tamil New Year celebration in Edison, NJ.
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Mental Health Awareness at RHWB Event – Piscataway, New Jersey
Johnson Park Grove 4 Johnson Park Road, Piscataway, NJ, United StatesSAMHIN joins Runner’s High With Bala at Johnson Park, Piscataway, NJ, to provide mental health awareness, resources, and free screenings in a supportive, high-energy community setting.