The Psychology of the South Asian Diaspora

Mindfulness

The Psychology of Rejection

Jyothsna Bhat Psy.D. on March 7, 2024

Tips for dealing with rejection as a salesperson can be applied to other areas of our lives.

Tips for dealing with rejection as a salesperson can be applied to other areas of our lives.

Cross-Cultural Psychology

South Asian Parents and Their Expectations

Jyothsna Bhat Psy.D. on January 22, 2024

Dealing with parental expectations can be challenging and impact various areas of life in the South Asian Diaspora. Find ways to disrupt the script!

Dealing with parental expectations can be challenging and impact various areas of life in the South Asian Diaspora. Find ways to disrupt the script!

Trauma

Embracing Darkness in a Colorist World

Jyothsna Bhat Psy.D. on October 26, 2023

There has been an upsurge among younger generations in the South Asian diaspora in resistance to colorist perspectives and labels.

There has been an upsurge among younger generations in the South Asian diaspora in resistance to colorist perspectives and labels.

Race and Ethnicity

Dismantling Colorism in the South Asian Diaspora

Jyothsna Bhat Psy.D. on September 8, 2023

Artists turned activists are using their platforms in the media to eradicate colorism and create a shift in mindset around South Asian beauty standards.

Artists turned activists are using their platforms in the media to eradicate colorism and create a shift in mindset around South Asian beauty standards.

Race and Ethnicity

Childhood Through the Lens of Colorism

Jyothsna Bhat Psy.D. on July 31, 2023

Two women whose childhoods and self-esteem were shaped by colorism have written books that are at the center of advocacy against the bias.

Two women whose childhoods and self-esteem were shaped by colorism have written books that are at the center of advocacy against the bias.

Identity

Rethinking the Scripts on Identity in the Indian Diaspora

Jyothsna Bhat Psy.D. on June 28, 2023

An interview with a South Asian mother and son.

An interview with a South Asian mother and son.

Identity

Being Young, LGBTQIA+, and South Asian

Jyothsna Bhat Psy.D. on May 4, 2023

Parental acceptance, societal challenges, and the cultural competency of therapists are significant factors in the well-being of South Asian LGBTQIA individuals.

Parental acceptance, societal challenges, and the cultural competency of therapists are significant factors in the well-being of South Asian LGBTQIA individuals.

Self-Esteem

South Asian Women Seeking 'Fair and Lovely' Comments Only

Jyothsna Bhat Psy.D. on March 16, 2023

For generations, South Asian communities have normalized colorism and body-shaming comments.

For generations, South Asian communities have normalized colorism and body-shaming comments.

Identity

On Being Brown and Trans

Jyothsna Bhat Psy.D. on January 10, 2023

Coming out is not an easy journey and is especially hard for South Asians. Family support and social connection can make this a less arduous process.

Coming out is not an easy journey and is especially hard for South Asians. Family support and social connection can make this a less arduous process.

Anger

Why Are South Asian Men "Angry"?

Jyothsna Bhat Psy.D. on November 16, 2022

Exploring the stereotype of the "angry" South Asian male and the possible causes.

Exploring the stereotype of the "angry" South Asian male and the possible causes.

Divorce

The Stigma of Divorce in South Asian Communities

Jyothsna Bhat Psy.D. on August 15, 2022

Divorce amongst South Asians is considered an unspoken taboo—but even more so for women in abusive relationships.

Divorce amongst South Asians is considered an unspoken taboo—but even more so for women in abusive relationships.

Bipolar Disorder

A Journey of Bipolar Disorder in a South Asian Family

Jyothsna Bhat Psy.D. on July 14, 2022

A South Asian couple struggled with stigma when the husband suffered from uncontrolled bipolar disorder but they finally found their way.

A South Asian couple struggled with stigma when the husband suffered from uncontrolled bipolar disorder but they finally found their way.

Health

When Parents Deny Their Kids' Mental Health Struggles

Jyothsna Bhat Psy.D. on May 26, 2022

Denial of mental health issues is common in South Asian families. Find out ways parents can open the door to communication around mental health.

Denial of mental health issues is common in South Asian families. Find out ways parents can open the door to communication around mental health.

Relationships

Demystifying Black x Brown Love

Jyothsna Bhat Psy.D. on April 18, 2022

Given the controversy surrounding Black and brown romance, the Blindian Project offers a safe space for isolated couples to feel seen and heard.

Given the controversy surrounding Black and brown romance, the Blindian Project offers a safe space for isolated couples to feel seen and heard.

Marriage

South Asian Relationship Status: Complicated

Jyothsna Bhat Psy.D. on March 5, 2022

Family pressure to get married can greatly impact mental health among South Asian Americans. A few anecdotes shed light on this topic.

Family pressure to get married can greatly impact mental health among South Asian Americans. A few anecdotes shed light on this topic.

Guilt

Seeking Therapy in the South Asian Community

Jyothsna Bhat Psy.D. on January 24, 2022

Feeling guilty about seeking help or doing so in secret are common among South Asian therapy clients. Family dynamics and cultural influences help explain why.

Feeling guilty about seeking help or doing so in secret are common among South Asian therapy clients. Family dynamics and cultural influences help explain why.

Health

The South Asian Mental Health Journey

Jyothsna Bhat Psy.D. on December 16, 2021

The South Asian journey towards the acceptance of mental health afflictions is a challenging one, riddled with contradictions, silence, ignorance, embarrassment, and shame.

The South Asian journey towards the acceptance of mental health afflictions is a challenging one, riddled with contradictions, silence, ignorance, embarrassment, and shame.