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From Hesitation to Understanding: Talking about Mental Health Together – A Webinar

Conversations about mental health can be very difficult and complex and are often avoided delaying help-seeking. This causes unnecessary and preventable agony and suffering in the families. Join us for an empowering seminar that tackles the challenges of discussing mental health in South Asian families—offering practical tools to build understanding, connection, and open dialogue. You will have a chance to ask questions and interact with the faculty.

SAMHIN2026-05-04T11:33:39-04:00April 23rd, 2026|Webinar|

Health Fair and Mental Health Screenings – Morganville, New Jersey

Clinicians 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.

SAMHIN2025-12-20T11:10:17-05:00September 18th, 2025|Health Fair, Mental Health Screening|

South Asian Mental Health Myths and Misconceptions – Plainsboro Public Library

July is Minority Mental Health Month. SAMHIN has partnered with Plainsboro Public Library to address issues of many myths and misconceptions of mental health within the South Asian community. Presentations by Dr. Vasudev Makhija and Minoo Christian, MSW will be followed by interactive part of the program. Attendees will be able to ask questions about [...]

SAMHIN2025-07-18T13:44:07-04:00July 3rd, 2025|Symposium|

Empathy in Action: Mental Health & Healthcare Apprenticeship Exploration

You are invited to share in this experience, so register now to join a packed schedule of live discussions, expert panels, and Q&A sessions designed to provide insight into Mental Health and Healthcare career pathways.

SAMHIN2023-11-08T20:57:55-05:00November 8th, 2023|Virtual Event|

Mental Health Screenings Morganville, NJ

SAMHIN 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.

SAMHIN2023-06-15T20:55:12-04:00June 11th, 2023|Health Fair, Mental Health Screening|

Intersection of Asian Culture/Identity and Mental Health

In celebration of AAPI Month, Community Outreach within Crum & Forster's GAPI (Global Asian Pacific Islander) ERG, headquartered in Morristown, NJ, has organized this virtual event to address the mental health challenges within Asian Community.

SAMHIN2023-04-24T12:37:09-04:00April 24th, 2023|Lecture, Virtual Event|

South Asian Mental Health Initiative & Network

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