Filipino Americans are less likely to seek mental health help than average Americans. LPETTET/E+ via Getty ImagesImmigrant families in the U.S. are extremely resilient. Yet some immigrant parents struggle to raise children who can thrive in their new country’s culture. Whether they are dealing with a language barrier or economic challenges, immigrants who bring their kids to the U.S. – or who become parents after arriving – face unique challenges American-born parents don’t. I see this often in
Filipino parents in the U.S. are attending workshops on positive parenting strategies. Find out what they do and learn from these workshops that result in their children having lesser risk of mental health problems.
Workshops that focus on the needs of one particular immigrant community improve mental health for parents and kids and provide an example for other programs to follow.
Filipino American cultural values contribute to a strong sense of community but may also lead to nuanced challenges when navigating depression, anxiety and suicidal ideation.